One of the most popular destinations for independent travellers and backpackers, South East Asia has astonishing Buddhist temples, dense jungles, bustling markets, perfect cuisine and exotic culture. As one of the most affordable regions of the world in which to voyage independently, you can expect incredible value for money and the trip of a lifetime. Here is a sample itinerary for around 6 weeks backpacking Southern Thailand and Peninsular Malaysia.
Fly into Bangkok. As the start of many South East Asian adventures, Bangkok is the extreme in exotic and excitement. It's busy, polluted, noisy and intense. The culture shock may be bewildering but the feel will be unforgettable.
From Bangkok head south by train to Surat Thani, then catch a speedboat to Koh Samui. Spend a week or two on the idyllic beaches eating Tom Yum Soup and drinking Chang Beer.
Khao Sok National Park: Southern Thailand contains an area of jungle faultless with monkeys, elephants, and cool lodges. Stay and enjoy the trekking for a day or two.
Phuket, Ko Phi Phi and Krabi: perambulate slowly down the Andaman Coast. If you fancy it you can go sea kayaking, go diving, or hire a motorbike and recognize the beaches independently.
Take a bus or train south and into Malaysia. This border crossing is no hassle. Once in Malaysia head to Penang where you can swap your phrasebook and catch up on a few big city comforts.
Kuala-Lumpur: Less intense than Bangkok, Kl is an easy place to relax. There's fullness to see in Kl for a combine of days together with the Petronas Towers and the historic colonial architecture.
Singapore: It's developed, westernised, comfortable, clean and expensive. Singapore is an international hub where you can spend a few days finding the sights and enjoying the food before flying home or onto your next destination.
Assuming you voyage independently as a backpacker, this 6 week trip is likely to cost in the region of 00 -00.
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