60 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

Experience small-town Bali in Ubud, an atmospheric town surrounded by small settlements, farms, and rice paddies.

Get in touch with nature at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Banyumala Twin Waterfalls. Get some historical perspective at Tirta Empul Temple and Saraswati Temple. Explore Ubud's surroundings by going to Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon (in Guwang), Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple (in Sebatu) and Nungnung Waterfall (in Nungnung). There's still lots to do: stroll through Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, experience rural life at Jatiharum Luwak Coffee Plantation, grab your bike and head to Toekad Rafting, and enjoy the sand and surf at Virgin Beach.

To see ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Ubud trip itinerary planning website.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Ngurah Rai (Bali) International Airport and Lombok International Airport. In November, plan for daily highs up to 89°F, and evening lows to 77°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can ride a ferry 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.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Kelingking Beach and Diamond Beach. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Scuba & Snorkeling and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Next up on the itinerary: take in breathtaking views at Tembeling Beach and Forest, take in the spiritual surroundings of Pura Paluang, don't miss a visit to Pura Segara Kidul, and delve into the mystery of Giri Putri Cave.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read Nusa Penida trip itinerary planning website.

You can ride a ferry from Ubud to Nusa Penida in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 89°F in November, and nighttime lows around 77°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Seminyak.

A popular resort town offering a good range of tourist trips, activities, and amenities, Seminyak houses numerous tour companies providing excursions into the jungles of Bali.

Step out of the city life by going to Karma Beach and Blue Point Beach. We've included these beaches for you: Geger Beach Nusa Dua Bali and Seminyak Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Seminyak: Tanah Lot Temple (in Beraban), Melasti Beach (in Ungasan) and Uluwatu Temple (in Pecatu). There's still lots to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, look for gifts at Asia Silver, and do sightseeing your way with Private Tours.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Seminyak travel route builder tool.

You can do a combination of ferry and car from Nusa Penida to Seminyak in 1.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of ferry and bus. In November, plan for daily highs up to 89°F, and evening lows to 77°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Chiang Mai.

Discover the diverse history and culture of northern Thailand during a holiday in Chiang Mai, the largest and most significant city in the region.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Wat Phra That Doi Kham (Temple of the Golden Mountain) and Wat Chiang Man. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Wat Suan Dok and Wat Si Suphan. The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Umong Suan Phutthatham, find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, take in panoramic vistas at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Chiang Mai online holiday builder.

Traveling by flight from Seminyak to Chiang Mai takes 10 hours. Traveling from Seminyak to Chiang Mai, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Seminyak in November since evenings lows in Chiang Mai dip to 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to drive to Chiang Rai.

Enjoy a cultural and relaxing vacation in Chiang Rai, the capital city of an eponymous province.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Huay Pla Kang, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Phrathat Doi Chom Thong, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).

To see ratings, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Chiang Rai day trip site.

You can drive from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. While traveling from Chiang Mai, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Chiang Rai, ranging from highs of 84°F to lows of 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Huay Xai.

Overlooking the mighty Mekong River, Huay Xai serves as an important entry and exit point from Thailand into Laos.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Gibbon Experience Office and Project Kajsiab Laos. There's more to do: contemplate the long history of Fort Carnot and make a trip to Wat Chomkao Manilat.

To see other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Huay Xai trip itinerary site.

You can drive from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai in 2.5 hours. On the 27th (Sun), you'll travel to Luang Prabang.

Designated a World Heritage Site in 1995, Luang Prabang sits at the meeting point of two rivers and offers numerous opportunities for sailing, climbing, and exploring scenic caves and waterfalls.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Mon): take a stroll through Whisky Village, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Phousi, then look for all kinds of wild species at MandaLao Elephant Conservation, and finally stop by Hilltribe Heritage. Here are some ideas for day two: get outside with Outdoor Activities, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Xieng Mouane, admire the landmark architecture of Wat Xiengthong, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Sensoukharam, and finally contemplate the long history of Wat Manorom.

To see more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Luang Prabang tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or take a bus. November in Luang Prabang sees daily highs of 86°F and lows of 67°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to drive to Vang Vieng.

Lying 150 km (93 mi) from Vientiane en route to Luang Prabang, and perched on the Song River, Vang Vieng attracts eco-tourists for the bizarre limestone hills surrounding the town.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Wed): make a trip to Wat That and then see what you can catch with Perfect Journey. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: Head underground at Tham Loup & Tham Hoi Caves, then look for all kinds of wild species at Vang Vieng Elephant Sanctuary, then soothe aching muscles at Yoga in Vang Vieng, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Kang.

To find reviews, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Vang Vieng trip itinerary planning app.

You can drive from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Vientiane.

The riverside capital of Laos, Vientiane still has a relatively small urban area and a laid-back, relaxed feel to it.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): explore the striking landscape of Vientiane Orchidees.

For maps, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Vientiane online journey planner.

Traveling by car from Vang Vieng to Vientiane takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. December in Vientiane sees daily highs of 83°F and lows of 65°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Hanoi.

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi has bounded back from the effects of war, and today serves as a bustling commercial and cultural hub bursting at the seams.

Visiting Nature & Wildlife Tours and Cheap Motorbike Rental in Ninh Binh will get you outdoors. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Old Quarter and Hoa Lo Prison. Venture out of the city with trips to Ninh Binh (Trang An Grottoes & Mua Caves). Make the 3rd (Sat) a memorable day with a climbing tour. The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chua Tran Quoc, contemplate the long history of Temple of Literature & National University, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and examine the collection at Ancient House.

For maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Hanoi trip builder.

Traveling by flight from Vientiane to Hanoi takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Halong Bay.

Halong Bay encompasses a cluster of verdant limestone islets that jut out from the sea and make up an enchanting setting recognized as a World Heritage Site.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Thu): kick back and relax at Bai Chay Beach, learn more about the world around you at Bảo Tàng Quảng Ninh, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Long Tien Pagoda. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay, then explore the activities along Bai Tu Long Bay, then explore the fascinating underground world of Tien Ong Cave, and finally kick back and relax at Ti Top Beach.

To find out how to plan a trip to Halong Bay, use our trip itinerary maker.

You can do a combination of bus and ferry from Hanoi to Halong Bay in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Hoi An.

Indisputably one of Vietnam's most atmospheric destinations, Hoi An contains a World Heritage-listed old town boasting over 2,000 years of culture and history.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Non Nuoc Beach and My Khe Beach. Step out of the city life by going to Fishing Charters & Tours and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Step out of Hoi An to go to Duy Phu and see Mỹ Sơn, which is approximately 1h 15 min away. And it doesn't end there: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, explore the world behind art at Precious Heritage by Rehahn, take in the pleasant sights at Tra Que Vegetable Village, and pause for some serene contemplation at Hoi An Cathedral.

For photos, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Hoi An road trip planner.

Getting from Halong Bay to Hoi An by combination of ferry, car, bus, and flight takes about 7 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight; or do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry, car, and train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 77°F, and evening lows to 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Thu): see what you can catch with Mekong delta luxury tours, get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Bitexco Financial Tower. On the 16th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: wander the streets of Pham Ngu Lao Street, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Ba Thien Hau Temple, and then take a stroll through Ho Chi Minh City's Book Street.

To find other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Ho Chi Minh City route planning app.

You can fly from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Hoi An in December, you will find days in Ho Chi Minh City are a bit warmer (88°F), and nights are about the same (73°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Phnom Penh.

On the confluence of two major rivers, Phnom Penh occupies a scenic location largely responsible for its nickname the "Charming City." On a trip to Phnom Penh you'll discover one of Asia's most dynamic cities, where the natives live much of their lives outdoors, on the streets, and in the bustling markets filled with scents of spicy foods.

On the 17th (Sat), get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Here are some ideas for day two: get engrossed in the history at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, look for gifts at Cambodian Handicraft Association, contemplate the waterfront views at Mekong River, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then step into the grandiose world of Royal Palace, and finally appreciate the history behind Independence Monument.

To find more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Phnom Penh sightseeing website.

You can drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of car and bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 87°F, and evening lows to 74°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can go by car to Kampot.

The riverside town of Kampot mixes evocative colonial architecture and a wealth of nearby natural highlights.

Explore hidden gems such as Kep National Park and Spas & Wellness. Get outdoors at Angkul Beach and Kep Beach. Take a break from Kampot with a short trip to Scuba & Snorkeling in Kep, about 50 minutes away. There's still lots to do: snap pictures at Old Bridge and stop by Tiny Kampot Pillows.

To see other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Kampot route planning website.

Drive from Phnom Penh to Kampot in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can travel to Koh Rong.

A slice of paradise in the Gulf of Thailand, the island of Koh Rong stands out as one of Cambodia's premier beachside escapes.

Step off the beaten path and head to Sok San Beach and Scuba & Snorkeling. Visit Coconut Beach and Long Set Beach for some beach relaxation. There's more to do: make a trip to Koh Rong and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Jungle zoo.

To find ratings, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Koh Rong sightseeing planner.

You can do a combination of bus and ferry from Kampot to Koh Rong in 4.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of train and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) 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.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas and then browse the eclectic array of goods at Made in Cambodia Market. Keep things going the next day: explore the ancient world of Bayon Temple, then delve into the distant past at Terrace of the Elephants, then explore the ancient world of Ta Prohm, and finally explore the ancient world of Angkor Wat.

To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Siem Reap road trip website.

Traveling by combination of ferry and bus from Koh Rong to Siem Reap takes 13 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry and flight. In December, plan for daily highs up to 86°F, and evening lows to 72°F. You will leave for Phuket Town on the 28th (Wed).

The economic hub of the eponymous island, Phuket Town attracted merchants from China, India, and Portugal long before it became a tourist destination.

On the 28th (Wed), relax and rejuvenate at NARA Massage & Spa Phuket. On the next day, stroll through Green Elephant Sanctuary Park, stroll through Surin Beach, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Bang Tao Beach.

For photos, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, use the Phuket Town trip itinerary app.

Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Siem Reap to Phuket Town takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or drive; or take a bus. December in Phuket Town sees daily highs of 88°F and lows of 73°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Ko Phi Phi Don.

Find your inner peace on Ko Phi Phi Don, the largest island in the eponymous archipelago.

Relax by the water at Ao Ton Sai and Loh Moo Dee Beach. Visiting Ko Phi Phi Le and Nui Beach will get you outdoors. There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Koh Phi Phi Viewpoint, tour the pleasant surroundings at Loh Dalum Beach, kick back and relax at Laem Tong Bay, and step off the mainland to explore Mosquito Island.

To see maps, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read Ko Phi Phi Don travel site.

You can ride a ferry from Phuket Town to Ko Phi Phi Don in 3 hours. In December, plan for daily highs up to 88°F, and evening lows to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to ride a ferry to Phuket Town.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): take some stellar pictures from Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong) and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sangtham Shrine.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Phuket Town trip itinerary website.

You can ride a ferry from Ko Phi Phi Don to Phuket Town in 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 3rd (Tue) to allow time for travel to Bangkok.

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Ratchanatdaram Woravihara (Loha Prasat), then take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wat Suthat, and finally step into the grandiose world of The Chakri Group (Phra Thinang Chakri Maha Prasat).

For ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Bangkok trip builder app.

Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Phuket Town to Bangkok takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive; or take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 88°F, and evening lows to 72°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can fly back home.