Discover Asia

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Discover Asia - It says it all. The ultimate 37 day backpacking experience across Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam! Starting in Bangkok, this tour will include all things tropical islands, boats, beach parties and so much more before finishing in Phuket. A Tru-ly lincredible way to kick off this trip of a lifetime before heading over to spend 11 unforgettable d...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Discover Asia - It says it all. The ultimate 37 day backpacking experience across Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam! Starting in Bangkok, this tour will include all things tropical islands, boats, beach parties and so much more before finishing in Phuket. A Tru-ly lincredible way to kick off this trip of a lifetime before heading over to spend 11 unforgettable days in Cambodia and 13 days adventuring up the beautiful coast of Vietnam. With a perfect balance of culture, adventure, nature and partying, you'll experience it all for sure! From visiting temples to trekking the jungle, tuk-tuk rides to exploring the coast by Hai Van Pass as well as trying out the food markets and snorkelling through crystal clear waters, Discover Asia has it all!

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 to 49 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBangkok
End CityHanoi

Destinations

Attractions

  • Angkor Wat
  • Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Hai Van Pass
  • Hanoi
  • Ho Chi Minh
  • Hue
  • Khao Sok
  • Ninh Binh
  • Phnom Penh
  • Phuket
  • Siem Reap

Trip includes

    • River cruise
    • Bangkok
    • Khao Sok National Park
    • Bottle Beach bungalows
    • Muay Thai lesson
    • Snorkelling boat trip
    • Koh Rong
    • Sunrise at Angkor Wat
    • Killing Fields & S21
    • Halong Bay Cruise
    • Thai massage
    • Kayaking
    • Boat trip & snorkelling around Koh Phangan
    • Cambodia Rural Experience
    • Sunset BBQ
    • Spider Market
    • Phnom Penh
    • Arcadia Water Park
    • Kampot
    • Pepper Plantation
    • Cambodian Cooking Class
    • Hai Van Pass Jeep Tour
    • Koh Rong Island Paradise
    • War Museum Visit
    • Cu Chi Tunnels
    • Traditional Lantern making
    • Hoi An Tailor Visit
    • Basket Boats
    • Rural Bike Ride from Hoi An
    • Ninh Binh Boat Tour
    • Vietnamese Cooking Class
    • Egg Coffee Demonstration

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Bangkok

Day one, you arrive in the big chaotic city of Bangkok. A city with as much history as it has traffic, more character than “characters”, more ambience than ambulances… you get the picture. I think. Anyway, we’ll pick you up from the airport and whisk you to our first ...

Day 2 Bangkok

After a lazy morning to catch some rays by the pool, some zzzzzzz’s in bed, or some bargains at the market, we’ll board a traditional longtail boat to take a ride through Bangkok’s back canals and the main river, the Chao Phraya. Our boat driver will drop us straight ...

Day 3 Bangkok/Khao Sok

You’ve had the introductions, soaked up some culture, and experienced the nightlife. Now it’s time to head south, to the wonders we spoke of earlier (hint: Khao Sok National Park floating bungalows. Dreamy, right?) Feeling a little fragile? Us too. Fortunately, we hav...

Day 4 Khao Sok

Now if we had a list of the 7 Tru Wonders of the World, Khao Sok would be on it. After pulling up early into Surat Thani train station and a short car ride to the national park, we board a longtail boat on the lake and cruise through some breathtaking scenery. Picture...

Day 5 Khao Sok/Koh Phangan

What’s better than a floating resort on a crystal clear freshwater lake surrounded by mountains and jungle? I dunno, but our next destination comes pretty close. One of our favourite beaches in the world, Bottle Beach. It’s a stunningly beautiful little beach that is ...

Day 6 Koh Phangan

The sounds of the waves breaking on the beach will probably be the first thing you hear when you wake up (unless you have a noisy roommate). We have a lovely lazy morning planned so as always there’s no need to stress about a thing. Sleep in, enjoy the beach, trek thr...

Day 7 Koh Phangan

Today you’re a pirate. Arrrrrrr. Well, you can pretend to be if you want, cos we’re getting going sailing and taking you on a tour of this magical island. There’s a reason so many of the TruCrew live here on Koh Phangan. We’ll sail around the coast of the island, we’l...

Day 8 Koh Phangan/Koh Tao

Wave goodbye to the magical island of Koh Phangan, and say hello to its pretty little neighbour Koh Tao. Until relatively recently Koh Tao was pretty much just coconut farms and fishing villages, so it is still fairly undeveloped and like Koh Phangan is bursting with ...

Day 9 Koh Tao

Today we get to see what all the fuss is about with the snorkelling and scuba diving in Koh Tao (It is what the island is famous for after all), plus we get to visit a beautiful island called Koh NangYuan.We provide snorkelling gear, lunch and drinks on the boat but i...

Day 10 Koh Tao

Our last day on this little paradise and fortunately we got options. We are off to Tanote Bay for anyone who wants to come spend the day at this little gem of a beach. If you would rather keep the adrenaline flowing, we can help you arrange one of Koh Tao’s extreme ac...

Day 11 Koh Tao/Koh Phi Phi

Today after a chilled morning soaking in the last bit of magic from Koh Tao we will head over to our next incredible destination! They just keep getting better and better! In the afternoon after an amazing speedboat trip we will arrive in Phi Phi. When we have arrived...

Day 12 Koh Phi Phi

Who loves Leo? And we don’t mean the Thai beer. Although we do love that too. We mean Leo Dicaprio, and you can admit it, you love him. Well so do we, and today you will get to walk in his wonderful footsteps for the day. After a chilled morning, we will jump on anoth...

Day 13 Koh Phi Phi/Phuket

First up this morning is an amazing optional hike to a stunning viewpoint in Phi Phi! It's the ultimate way to end our couple of days here and the ultimate Thailand photo opportunity too! Then we are off to Phuket! No, we did not just swear. Phuket (pronounced puket o...

Day 14 Phuket/Siem Reap

Today we're travelling to Cambodia! It's been a busy couple of weeks so far so take the day to chill, immerse yourself in your new surroundings and get ready to meet your new guide tomorrow - who'll show you the very best of what Cambodia has to offer!

Day 15 Siem Reap

You’ll have the day to chill and explore Siem Reap, before heading out for a meal near the legendary Pub Street. You heard us right. PUB. STREET. A place of bonkers bars, weird and wonderful food, and enough neon lights to make Blackpool look like amateur hour. Then, ...

Day 16 Siem Reap

Today we set off for a Tru Exclusive. That’s right. An exclusive. You ain’t getting this shiz anywhere else, kids. Hop in a tuk tuk and drive through the bustling streets of Siem Reap to today’s cultural experience. Step into the shoes of a local Mango/Rice farmer (no...

Day 17 Siem Reap

Rise and shine people. We told you it would be an early start..ending your time in Siem Reap, today we’re off to visit the world’s biggest religious monument. Say (Angkor) waaaat? Get ready to snap away as we arrive at the UNESCO Heritage site just in time for a beaut...

Day 18 Siem Reap/Phnom Penh

Wave goodbye to Siem Reap and head towards Cambodia’s capital city, Phnom Penh. After last night’s antics, you’ll probably need some sleep, so lie back, close your lids and dribble on yourself whilst we all take photos of you. Kidding. We’re not that mean. Then, stop ...

Day 19 Phnom Penh

If there’s one place every person should visit at some point in their life, it’s the Killing Fields, the location of a haunting Cambodian genocide that took the lives of millions, and the S21 Prison, where the Khmer Rouge held 17,000, very few of which survived. Its d...

Day 20 Phnom Penh/Kampot

We’re off to the riverside town of Kampot, surrounded by stunning mountain views and picturesque scenery, where we’ll stop off at Arcadia Waterpark, a place of lush greenery, cool waters, slushy cocktails, rope swings and pontoons. The perfect place to let your hair d...

Day 21 Kampot

Today we’re off to a local pepper plantation where we’ll learn everything you need to know about farming the famous Kampot peppers. Will it be fun? You pepper believe it will be! Tell you what, you’ll soon realise you know absolutely nothing about peppers. After that ...

Day 22 Kampot/Koh Rong

Imagine this. You’re on a boat, the sun glistening off crystal waters, the cool breeze dancing through your hair. You look up. Your breath catches in your throat as you’re greeted by immaculate, white sands, quaint beach huts and boats bobbing lazily in the bay. You s...

Day 23 Koh Rong

Aaaaaahhhhhhh. Today’s all about that island paradise. Have a lie in, enjoy a late breakfast, stroll along the warm sands before island hopping along the emerald waters. Soak up the rays, top up your tan, and have a pop at a traditional way of fishing. Show off your b...

Day 24 Koh Rong/Phnom Penh

Today we bid farewell to paradise and the beauty that is Koh Rong! It's been an incredible few days of crystal clear waters and golden sandy beaches but it's time to head back to the city. We travel by boat and bus and check into our a hotel in Phnom Penh. We'll have a few hours to chill before we get dressed and head out. We'll grab some food and see where the night takes us!

Day 25 Phnom Penh/Ho Chi Minh City

Cambodia, you’ve been an absolute dream but it’s time to get ready for an unforgettable 2 weeks in the final country of our grand adventure – Vietnam! Today you'll cross the border and join your Travel Ninja in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 26 Ho Chi Minh City

Rise and shine TruTraveller we’ve got a big day ahead! Wear some comfortable shoes as today we’re heading to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Built in the late 1940’s and spreading over nearly 250km, the Cu Chi Tunnels were used for a number of reasons including housing troops, tr...

Day 27 Ho Chi Minh City/Hoi An

You have the whole day to explore one of the world’s most beautiful and hospitable countries. We start in the iconic and historic city formerly known as Saigon. In spite of the universal welcoming vibes and chirpy nature of the locals, Vietnam’s troubled past is well ...

Day 28 Hoi An

Today we wake up in the scenic town of Hoi An. A magical place in Vietnam known for it’s beauty and fun fact is also a World Heritage Site! Hoi An is probably most famous for the Vietnamese lanterns that give the town a surreal, tranquil glow each night. You want one ...

Day 29 Hoi An

Today is a free day so snooze as long as you like. Walk alongside the calm river and take in the relaxing ambience of this quieter part of Vietnam or perhaps head to the famous Ba Na Hills, Golden Bridge. It’s an Instagram favourite! With winding roads and small bridg...

Day 30 Hoi An

Today, we’d give a fun level of 10000/10 and we’re not just saying that. First off we’re taking a morning bike ride through the local countryside and village before arriving at our destination for the afternoon! We’re going to Coconut Woods, which despite the name is ...

Day 31 Hoi An/Huế

Don’t let the name fool you, we're doing the legendary Hai Van Pass, made famous by Top Gear in open top war jeeps not a van, yeah! Leaving Hoi An will be emotional but once we get out on the open road you’ll see some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in Vietna...

Day 32 Huế/Ninh Bình

Did you know Hue was once the home of Emperors? The remnants of their reign can be seen all over the city, none more so than within the walls of the Imperial City itself. So today we’re immersing ourselves in it all. We head along the perfume river and arrive at a tra...

Day 33 Ninh Bình

Ninh Binh is known as the Halong Bay on land and for good reason, it’s breathtakingly beautiful. We arrive and jump aboard small boats and paddle through untouched caves and around small surrounding islands. Look around and you’ll see emerald green forestry and rice p...

Day 34 Ninh Bình/Hạ Long Bay

Today we’re going to arguably the most iconic place in Asia - this is Halong Bay and it’s almost certainly been your screensaver at some point in time. A bright green sea, 1,600 limestone islands dotted throughout the bay, this is a labyrinth of genuine paradise and w...

Day 35 Hạ Long Bay/Hanoi

Wake up, rub your eyes, no you’re really here. Take in your surroundings before heading onto the open deck for some breakfast and a large coffee. Huge limestone rock formations in amongst teal waters and luscious green forestry surround us. There’s no place in the wor...

Day 36 Hanoi

It’s been 12 days since this wonderful adventure through Vietnam began and by now you’ll have covered over 1,600km of great times, great laughs and great people. Just because the capital of Hanoi is the last stop of your Vietnam Explorer, these dreamy couple of weeks ...

Day 37 Hanoi

It’s a day for sore heads and emotional goodbyes as we’re at the end of the tour. Fear not though, this may not be the end of your adventure and if not our Travel Ninjas know Southeast Asia like the back of their hand and can advise you on what and where to next. If i...

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27 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 4 dinners
Age Requirements
18 to 49 years
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