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Abu Dhabi International Airport, United Arab Emirates
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Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
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Colombo, Sri Lanka
1-2 hr taxi drive from the airport
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Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Bus to Dembula and then second bus to Sigiriya
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Kandy, Sri Lanka
Bus?
Taxi?
Train from Colombo possible
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Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Train from Kandy
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Ella, Sri Lanka
Train from Kandy after stopping in Nuwara Eliya
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Mirissa, Sri Lanka
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Colombo, Sri Lanka
Has a direct train from Galle
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Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia
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Indonesia, Indonesia
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Lombok, Indonesia
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Lembongan Island, Indonesia
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Gili Islands, Indonesia
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Bali, Indonesia
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Melbourne, Australia
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Vietnam, Vietnam
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Hanoi, Vietnam
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Hà Giang, Vietnam
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Sa Pa, Vietnam
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Cát Bà Island, Vietnam
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Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam
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Ninh Bình, Vietnam
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Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, Vietnam
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Hội An, Vietnam
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Da Nang, Vietnam
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Cambodia, Cambodia
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Krong Kampot, Cambodia
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Koh Rong, Cambodia
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Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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Laos, Laos
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Luang Prabang, Laos
The two highlights of Luang Prabang are the beautiful old town – including a lot of nice cafes (which especially hit the spot when you’re travelling long term) and the Kuang Si Waterfalls.
How much time do you need in Luang Prabang?
You need around two full days to explore Luang Prabang.
Things to do in Luang Prabang
Day 1: Get up early and head to the almsgiving ceremony. Around sunrise, Buddhist monks walk the streets to receive alms from the community. While this ceremony is increasingly commercialised, it’s still interesting to see.
Combine the almsgiving with a visit to the morning market.
Spend the rest of the day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang. 800 buildings, such as sacred buildings, colonial buildings and traditional houses on stilts are listed by UNESCO.
For sunset, head to Mount Phousi for a great view over the city – expect to see a crowd.
Day 2: This day is reserved for the Kuang Si Falls, which many call the most beautiful waterfalls in Asia. The journey takes around 1 hour by minivan or shared tuk-tuk. You do want to spend some time here as there are several swimming pools and picnic spots.
For sunset, head on a Mekong River cruise.
Of course, you shouldn’t miss the amazing night market for dinner.
How to get from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang
We strongly advise you to take the new high-speed train. The train ride takes less than two hours whereas the ride with a van will take you around eight hours on a super bumpy road.
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Nong Khiaw, Laos
The best thing to do in Nong Khiaw is do an overnight hike! There are plenty of tour agencies in town who will sell similar trips at the same price.
How much time do you need in Nong Khiaw?
You need three days here: One day to arrive and book the hike and two full days for the actual hike.
Things to do in Nong Khiaw
Day 10: If you’re not saving your energy for the following two days of hiking, there are many amazing viewpoints in the area.
Day 11: You’ll start the 2 day trek by walking a bit through the countryside. Lunch will be served in a traditional village. Our personal highlight came in the evening after an afternoon of hard and hot hiking. We just loved our homestay. The family was super friendly, we were taught how to cook super delicious food, we played with the children although there was no common language – and there were puppies.
Day 12: On the second day of the trek, you’ll be teamed up with some day trippers. First, you’ll hike up Phanoi Viewpoint which comes with a cave. Afterwards, you’ll hike to Tad Mook Waterfalls to cool down. The tour ends with some kayaking on the Nam Ou River.
How to get from Luang Prabang to Nong Khiaw
A three hour van ride is your best option.
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Huay Xai, Laos
Gibbon Experience
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Vang Vieng, Laos
Things to do in Vang Vieng
Day 6: Today is the day to go tipsy tubing. It’s a Vang Vieng staple and should not be missed.
If you still have some energy (and money) left in the evening, you can head on a hot air balloon tour or go paramotoring.**
Day 7: This is the day for the three things Vang Vieng does best: Viewpoints, lagoons, and caves. You can either rent a motorbike or hire a tuk-tuk which is reasonably priced if you share it. There are too many options to mention but we loved Nam Xay Viewpoint (the Instagram famous one with the bikes, still it was not crowded at all), cave tubing in Tham Nam (Water Cave), and Lagoon 4 to relax.
How to get from Vientiane to Vang Vieng
A van will take you less than two hours.
Saturday - travel from Gibbon (late arrival)
Sunday - tipsy tubing + Irish bar
Monday - viewpoint/caves + balloon sunrise
Tuesday - lagoon
Wednesday - train to Vientiane chill before flight
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Vientiane, Laos
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Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
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Japan, Japan
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Tokyo, Japan
Friday
- Travel
- Explore Shibuya
- dinner and drinks
Saturday
- Josh arrive
- Shinjuku
- Memory lane food
- Golden Gai drinks
Sunday
- Dailkoku car meet early
- Travel to Osaka
Additional Activities:
- sumo stable & morning practice tour ~£80
- sushi/cooking class
- History + war museums
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Osaka, Japan
Sunday
- travel from Tokyo
- meet Hugo
- dander + shopping & thrift stores
- 40 bar places
Monday
- get laundry on
- Nara
- nice dinner
Tuesday
- Universal + Nintendo World
- club night out
Wednesday
- Osaka Castle
- walking and/or food tour
- history + war museum
Thursday
- travel to Kyoto via Hiroshima
Additional Activities:
- sushi/cooking class
- sake tour in
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Nara Park, Japan
Visit deer and shite
Note 15th and 16th is the Heian Jingu Reisai Festival
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Hiroshima, Japan
A-bomb site and museum
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Kyoto, Japan
Thursday
- Travel from Osaka to Kyoto via Hiroshima
- Explore and chill
Friday
- samurai tours and demos (Nijo Castle)
- walking tour
Saturday
- ring making
- cooking class
- history + war museum
- sake tour
Sunday
- travel to Mount Fuji
Additional Activities:
- sushi/cooking class
- geisha tour
- food tour and/or Geisha
- sumo stable & morning practice tour ~£80
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Tokyo, Japan
Tuesday
- travel from Mount Fuji
- food tour and/or walking
- final shopping
Wednesday
- sumo stable & morning practice tour ~£80
- historical tour around Tokyo
- baseball game
Thursday
- Fly home
Additional Activities:
- sushi/cooking class
- 24th MLB game
- History + war museums
- club night out
Note a day here can be used for Miyajima or Mount Fuji is required!