Southeast Asia Explorer Adventure Tour

Taking in all the wonder of Southeast Asia shouldn't be a hassle. We've made it easy for you to see all the main highlights plus this region's smaller hidden gems by putting together this handy trip from Singapore to Chiang Mai, south to north. You'll get a taste of history in the Cameron Highlands, Kanchanaburi and Ayutthaya and experience modernity in Singapore, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. Along the way, there'll be plenty of chances to lounge on white-sand beaches and indulge in diverse and flavourful cuisine. Cross Southeast Asia off your travel destination list with this all-encompassing journey.

Highlights

Explore modern Singapore, relax at the cool tea stations of the Cameron Highlands, experience multi
cultural Penang, sleep in a floating rafthouse, learn about the history of Kanchanaburi.

What's Included

Your Local Living Moment: Koh Klang Homestay, Ko Klang Your Discover Moment: Bangkok Your Local Living Moment: Overnight Rafthouse Excursion, Kanchanaburi. Trishaw ride in Melaka. Kuala Lumpur city tour (half
day). Rainforest expedition in Cameron Highlands. Butterfly farm visit. Local homestay in Krabi. Free time on spectacular beaches. Klong boat tour (Bangkok). Wat Po visit. Erawan Falls and Bridge on the River Kwai visit (Kanchanaburi). Rafthouse stay. Temple ruins tour (Ayutthaya). Thai Burma Railway Centre visit. Doi Suthep temple visit (Chiang Mai). All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Accommodation

Hotels/guesthouses (4 nts), rafthouse (1 nt), simple hotels (11 nts), sleeper train (2 nts), homestay (1 nt).

Meals Included

12 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

Train, local bus, minibus, ferry, songthaew, trishaw, walking.

Group Leader Description

All G Adventures group trips are accompanied by one of our Chief Experience Officers (CEO). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting
we think it's the best of both worlds.

Emergency Fund

Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $250 (or equivalent) as an 'emergency' fund, to be used when circumstances outside our control (ex. a natural disaster) require a change to our planned route. This is a rare occurrence!

Solo Travellers

We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi
share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

What to Take

You will be on the move a good deal, so pack as lightly as possible (try to stay under 10 kg /22lb). It is in your own interest as you are expected to carry your own luggage, though distances are never great. Most travellers carry their luggage in a pack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice. Suitcases are not recommended for G Adventures travellers! Travellers will need a day pack to carry water and a camera for day walks and day trips in both national parks and at the lake. As airline luggage limits are generally 20 kgs, you might like to consider taking over some clothes you no longer require to be distributed to local people in need of clothing. Your leader can take the clothes when you arrive, so that you do not have to carry them during the trip. Children's clothing and warm clothing are most in demand.