South East Asia is a pretty diverse destination to choose to travel to - with it's growing cities providing a great city break experience and it's off the beaten track areas you really can find holidays at both ends of the tourism spectrum - and this is reflected in our Top 10 guide!
Watching the sun rise over Angkor Wat, Cambodia. It’s up there in most ‘top travel experiences’ and there’s good reason for it. Whether you’re religious or not, watching the light and shadows change over one of the world’s most intelligent pieces of spiritual architecture won’t disappoint. Follow up with a few hours in-depth exploration around this amazing place to fully appreciate its beauty.
Taking the overnight train from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Sample the shopaholic’s dream on Orchard Road, Singapore, drink a few Singapore Slings at Raffles, then hop on board the overnight train to Kuala Lumpur. You’ll meet some interesting characters and (hopefully) get a decent night’s rest before stepping out refreshed into one of Southeast Asia’s most cosmopolitan cities – KL. Continue shopping till you drop in the Petronas Towers or take a trip up to get a fantastic view of this hectic sprawling city.
Visiting the ancient ruins of My Son Vietnam. Not well known but an amazing trip if you are travelling through the centre of Vietnam. Take a bumpy 4x4 drive into the depths of the country to explore ruins over x years old. Magical.
Anywhere in Sarawak, Borneo. Most people think of Sabah when they think of Borneo but Sarawak is the real gem. From wandering through delightful old fashioned capital Kuching hunting down old handwoven Pua rugs through to trekking through pristine ancient rainforest searching for the elusive wild orang-utan, Sarawak will be a holiday never to forget.
Chartering into untouched Northeast Thailand. Ancient Kymer temples, elephant festivals, famous waterfalls, pristine rainforests, ethnic tribes and wider smiles. Less tourists, less expensive, MUCH more friendly.
Visiting the lesser-known beaches of Kep. ‘Rabbit Island’ or Koh TonSay is an island just off the coast of Kep. Very simple and very relaxing. Beautiful white sand beaches and great snorkelling in the shallow waters plus the best crab you’ll ever taste. Conditions are basic but if it’s a Robinson Crusoe experience you’re after, this is it.
Bicycling through Luang Prabang. If you travel to Luang Prabang don’t forget to explore over the other side of the Mekong River. This is where you’ll find tiny villages with sacred wats, villagers weaving baskets for the tourist markets of central Luang Prabang, and children laughing in huge rice paddy fields. For the best experience, hire a bicycle to get around – you’ll see much more and appreciate the beauty of this place.
Buying your own suit in Hoi An. Hoi An is a photographer’s dream. Beautiful old buildings, craft shops galore and hundreds of tailors wanting to make you your own custom suit.
Southern Thailand islands. Thailand has long been discovered now – or has it? Most tourists head to Phuket, Ko Samui or Pattaya but many miss out on the southern islands – only open in the dry season. Khao Sok National Park, Ko Adang, Ko Bulon Lae and Ko Libong and Ko Tarautao are all typically stunning yet lesser known than the more Northern islands. Some are more difficult to get to, or are inaccessible during the monsoon season, so you’ll need to travel during the drier months but for a picture perfect deserted beach, avoid the masses and head South. (N.B Troubles are still ongoing in Thailand’s deep south. Make sure you read up on safety before you go)
Tree top walk in Malaysia. Taman Negara rainforest in Peninsula Malaysia is one of the oldest rainforests in the world. One of the most enjoyable (once you’ve down!) experiences is walking in the trees on a custom made tree top walk that stretches x metres through the jungle over x metre high! You’ll see a different side to the rainforest but may not want to look down too often!
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