Southeast Asia Tours in 2023/2024: Where to go and what to do

Southeast Asia Tours are becoming more and more highly sought after in recent years. This region of the world has everything you look for in an interesting adventure: spectacular natural beauty, frenetic cities to wonderful wildlife. Experience the dynamic yet tranquil atmosphere of Southeast Asian countries as Sao La Tours take you on the most awaited trips in 2023!

Why choose Southeast Asia Tours?

Are you still confused whether to choose South East Asia or any other regions of the world? Below are the top reasons why Southeast Asia is the perfect choice for you:

• Sample amazingly delicious dishes come a wide variety of cuisines

• Visit some of the most mesmerizing beaches in the world

• Expect a more budget-friendly trip than traveling to many other countries

• Travel around more easily and conveniently

• Discover many UNESCO World Heritage Sites

• Enjoy the warm and sunny tropical weather

• Try out interesting spa treatments and massages

Must-try activities during Southeast Asia Tours

Stay overnight at a local Khmer family house

Chambok is considered a not-to-be-missed destination when you're in Cambodia. This rural area is gaining momentum for its developing ecotourism sector. During your trip at Chambok, you’ll be accompanied by a local of the Khmer ethnic tribe. While strolling through their village, you will learn about the Khmer’s history, daily life and current ecotourism projects. Head to the Khmer family house where you'll be staying overnight and have a talk with the house owners. Then travelers will be taken to the community centre to enjoy delicious Khmer dishes and watch a traditional dance performance.

Join a Thai cooking class

Learn how to cook delicious Central Thai dishes by joining a Thai cooking class. In the morning you’ll visit the fresh markets in Kanchanaburi. Here you can pick and choose your own ingredients, such as fish, meat, vegetables, fresh fruit and many different spices. Head to the kitchen and follow the instructions of professional Thai chefs to recreate your own Thai signature dishes. Finally, you’ll get to taste your creations by lunch time.

Explore the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre

The Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre was built to help the orangutans learn how to get used to the wildlife before returning to the forest. These animals are usually found orphaned, injured or kept in captivity. When visiting Sepilok sanctuary, you’ll get to see the wonderful orangutans swinging trees to trees and eating their supplementary diet.

Kayak or cruise around Halong Bay

Halong Bay is always among the top-pick destinations when you visit Vietnam. This World Heritage site will blow you away with breath-taking sights of the gigantic limestone karsts and spectacular caves. For the adventure lovers, grab the paddle and kayak around Halong Bay. By dusk, you’ll get to admire the amazing view of sunset over the South China Sea. Travelers can also choose to visit the lesser-known attraction called Lan Ha Bay for a total getaway experience.

Best Southeast Asia Tours for first-timer travelers

Explore Charming Southeast Asia (18 Days / 17 Nights)

Arrive in Hanoi and explore the city’s hidden gems such as Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long and so on. After a whole day dedicated to exploring Halong Bay, you’ll return to Hanoi and take a plane to Luang Prabang. Here, visitors will cruise along the Mekong River to reach Pak Ou Caves.

Explore other attractions such as Wat Mai, Wat Xieng Thong, Phousi Mount etc. Depart for Siem Reap and visit the most important attraction of the city - the Angkor complex. Head to Bangkok for a full-day city tour to visit Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Wat Phra Kaew etc. Explore Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan and end your trip in Bali.

Essential Thailand - Cambodia - Vietnam Tour (12 Days / 11 Nights)

Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam are always among the best Southeast Asian tourist countries as they always welcome travelers with amazing natural landscapes and interesting historic attractions. During this 12-day tour, you’ll fully experience the lifestyle of Hanoians while wandering around the Old Quarter by cyclo. Admire the stunning sights of Halong Bay and be amazed by the world’s wonder Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat. Continue your journey by visiting the highlights of Bangkok and enjoy the beach in Phuket.

Wonderful Southeast Asia (17 Days / 16 Nights)

Start off your exciting Southeast Asia tour by wandering around Hanoi and discover the city’s hidden gems. Next, board a cruise around Halong Bay and continue your trip to Hue and visit many emperors’ tombs and Hue Royal Citadel.

Depart for Siem Reap and access Angkor Thom through the lesser-known West Gate. Go on a boat trip along the Tonle Sap Great Lake and experience the life of the local fishermen. Head to Yangon and marvel at the Shwedagon Pagoda.

If you’re looking for more Southeast Asia Tours, don’t forget to check out Sao La Tours’ website to browse the detailed tour programs. We’re always willing to help our customers build fully-personalized tours and have the most amazing experience in Vietnam as well as other Southeast Asian countries.