60 days in Europe, Asia & South Pacific Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): indulge your senses at Vinitaly GmbH.

For reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Zurich online trip builder.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Zurich. In December in Zurich, expect temperatures between 5°C during the day and -1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Bangkok.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Wat Phu Khao Thong (Golden Mount) and Lucky Armani Suits. The Chakri Group (Phra Thinang Chakri Maha Prasat) and Holy Redeemer Church are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bangkok: Ayutthaya (Wat Phra Ram & Wat Kasattrathirat Worawihan). Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Hua Lumphong and examine the collection at Patpong Museum.

To see maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Bangkok online vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Zurich to Bangkok takes 15.5 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Zurich to Bangkok. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Zurich in December, with highs in Bangkok at 36°C and lows at 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Yangon (Rangoon).

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Balloon Rides and Swe Taw Myat Pagoda. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue and Kyauk Daw Kyi. Spend the 15th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Nga Htat Gyi Pagoda, look for gifts at Pomelo, visit Yangon Chinatown, and take an in-depth tour of Bogyoke Aung San Museum.

For photos, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Yangon (Rangoon) visit app.

Getting from Bangkok to Yangon (Rangoon) by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Bangkok to Yangon (Rangoon) is minus 0.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to fly to Mandalay.

Get in touch with nature at U Min Thonze Caves and Boat Tours & Water Sports. Maha Myat Muni Pagoda- Mahamuni Buddha Temple and Jade Pagoda Mandalay are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Mingun (Shin Phu Me, Pahtodawgyi Pagoda, &more) and Soon U Ponya Shin Paya (in Sagaing). There's more to do: let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sanda Muni Paya.

For other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Mandalay trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Yangon (Rangoon) to Mandalay takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can fly to Bagan.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Shwe-gyu-gyi and Bulethi. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Dhammayazika Pagoda and Gubyaukgyi Temple. There's lots more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Manuha Temple, don't miss a visit to Lemyethna Temple, look for gifts at Golden Cuckoo Lacquerware, and settle in for a delightful tour with a horse-drawn carriage tour.

To see traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Bagan trip builder website.

Fly from Mandalay to Bagan in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Nyaungshwe.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hpaung Daw U Pagoda, tour the pleasant surroundings at Htat Eian Cave Temple, then make a trip to Maing Thouk Village, and finally make a trip to Ko Than Hlaing. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Mon): relax and rejuvenate at Jasmine Spa, then enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, and then don't miss a visit to Yadana Man Aung Pagoda.

To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Nyaungshwe trip itinerary app.

Traveling by flight from Bagan to Nyaungshwe takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Bangkok.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Tue): indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, stop by Stylo's Collection Co., Ltd, and then view the masterpieces at SAC Gallery. On the 28th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.

To see other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Bangkok travel planner.

You can drive from Nyaungshwe to Bangkok in 19.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Nyaungshwe to Bangkok is 0.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to fly to Chiang Rai.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Wat Phrathat Doi Chom Thong and Oub Kham Museum. Step off the beaten path and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Wat Klang Wiang. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Wat Phra Singh, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Doi Ngam Muang, and wander the streets of Ban Karieng Ruammit.

To find other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Chiang Rai attractions site.

You can fly from Bangkok to Chiang Rai in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Bangkok in December: high temperatures in Chiang Rai hover around 31°C and lows are around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) so you can go by car to Huay Xai.

For other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Huay Xai trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai takes 2.5 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to go by car to Luang Prabang.

Escape the urban bustle at MandaLao Elephant Conservation and 100 Waterfalls. Get some cultural insight at Wat Xieng Mouane and Whisky Village. The adventure continues: get outside with Outdoor Activities, steep yourself in history at Wat Tat Luang, look for all kinds of wild species at Nahm Dong Park, and get a taste of life in the country at Laos Buffalo Dairy.

To find where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Luang Prabang journey maker app.

You can drive from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang in 8 hours. Other options are to ride a ferry; or take a bus. January in Luang Prabang sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can go by car to Vang Vieng.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Lusi and Pha Poak Caves and Tham Loup & Tham Hoi Caves. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Wat Kang and Wat That. Next up on the itinerary: gain insight with Perfect Journey, take in the dramatic natural features at Pha Ngern View Point, Head underground at Tham Khan Cave, and get great views at Nam Xay Viewpoint.

To find other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Vang Vieng trip maker site.

Drive from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Pakse.

Get in touch with nature at Tad Yuang Waterfalls and Tad Champee. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Wat Phu and Tad Fane. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Pakse: Champasak Town (Oum Moung Temple, Don Daeng Island, &more), Tad Pha Suam Waterfall (in Ba Chiang) and Si Phan Don (in Don Loppadi). And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Phu Salao, Golden Buddha, take an in-depth tour of Champasak Historical Heritage Museum, snap pictures at Lao Nippon Bridge, and take in the dramatic natural features at Bolaven Plateau.

For traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Pakse vacation planner.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Vang Vieng to Pakse in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in January, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Ho Chi Minh City.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Wed): see the interesting displays at FITO Museum and then see the interesting displays at Drink Vietnam.

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Traveling by car from Pakse to Ho Chi Minh City takes 10.5 hours. In January, daily temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Cairns.

Get outdoors at Barron Falls and Behana Gorge Waterfall. Step off the beaten path and head to Granite Gorge Nature Park and Opal Reef. Explore Cairns' surroundings by going to Yungaburra (Cathedral Fig Tree, Lake Barrine, &more), Kuranda (Honey House & Birdworld Kuranda) and Lake Eacham Crater Lakes National Park (in Lake Eacham). And it doesn't end there: look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, get outside with Outdoor Activities, take in the dramatic scenery at Millaa Millaa Falls, and brush up on your military savvy at The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum.

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Getting from Ho Chi Minh City to Cairns by flight takes about 14 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 3 hours traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Cairns. In January in Cairns, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can fly to Brisbane.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): contemplate the waterfront views at UQ Lakes, see the interesting displays at Newstead House, then get engrossed in the history at Miegunyah House Museum, and finally sample the tasty concoctions at Green Beacon Brewery.

To see photos, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Brisbane trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Cairns to Brisbane takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Cairns in February, with highs in Brisbane at 33°C and lows at 24°C. On the 6th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.