South East Asia Itinerary

Hi, not sure what your nationality is, but most of the countries that you are think of visiting require visas to enter. Some visas can be got on arrival, some need to be obtained before you travel - make sure to check .
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I am a U.S. Citizen, so I'm not sure to what extent I'll need Visas, and which ones need to be arranged beforehand.

Phillipines is a good idea...any off hand suggestions specific to Phillipines? Reply to this

As a USA national you would need a visa for
Indonesia which can be obtained on arrival,
need a visa for Laos in Canada most people arrive it in asia as there is no consulate here although there is one in the US,
Cambodia a visa is required but it can be obtained at the border,
Vietnam visa required prior to entry - can not be obtained on arrival,
Thailand no visa required up to 30 day stay, but you must hold an onward or return ticket,
Malaysia no visa for a stay of up to 90 days need a return or onward ticket.
Philippines - no visa for a stay of up to 21 days

Check how long the visas are valid for as some may expire before you actually get to the country, so you may need to organise them in Singapore. Reply to this

Msg: #6.
YOu';re some wrong, even american still get visa at arrival in Vietnam. But have something to do:
- You must arrange your tour via travel agent in Vietnam.
- Send a copy of your passport and passport detail to the agent, at least 10 day before comiing Vietnam.
- They will send (via ATT - Asean Travel and Tour) a confirmation letter to your depart to confirm that you will receive visa at arrival in Vietnam.
- prepare your 2 photos with size 4x6 and pay at airport 25$.
Some eco-tourism for your travelling, Satyan:
- Sapa with minor ethnic villages, rose garden...
- Thai Binh
Bach Thuan Garden Village

Location: Bach Thuan is located in Vu Thu District, approximately 20km from Thai Binh City.
Characteristics: Flowers and fruits are specialties of this village where gardening has become an art. (Detail)

Thua Thien - Hue
An Hien Garden House

Location: An Hien Garden House is located in Xuan Hoa Village, Huong Long Commune, Hue City on an area of 4,608m².
Characteristic: An Hien Garden has been described as a fine, sharp, and unique work by many writers. In the garden, many kinds of flowers grow. There are popular kinds of flowers such as jasmine, pergularia, pomegranate, sunflower, climbing rose and indigenous roses. (Detail)

Binh Duong
Lai Thieu Orchard and Cau Ngang Tourist Area

Location: In Thuan An District, Binh Duong.
Characteristics: This area has become a green tourist site suitable for people of all ages. (Detail)

Cantho City
Cantho Tourist Gardens

Location: Located on every land and water route in Cantho City (Mekong Delta).
Characteristics:The gardens are a rich collection of fruit trees, flowers and diverse species of birds, fishes... (Detail)

Ben Tre
Cai Mon Orchard

Location: Cai Mon is located on the bank of the Tien River in the village of Tien Thuy in the Chau Thanh District, Ben Tre Province.
Characteristics: It is considered the cradle of fruit trees in South Vietnam, with fruit ready for visitors in any season. (Detail)

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THAILAND INFO:

Hi...I think your travel to SE Asia is a great idea. Its cheap and the people are wonderful. I have been in Thailand for six months, primarily in the Phang Nga Province north of Phuket. If you want a place like Tijuana, then go to Patong Beach (go-go bars, hookers, drugs, crowds, noise and inflated prices) but if you want tranquil and prestine beaches in Thailand, you might consider taking the trip up to Khao Lak.

Khao Lak is about 80 kilometers north of the Int'l Airport in Phuket. Its on the main highway, so follow the signs to Takuapa. Its a small town that is nestled on the Andaman Sea coastline and is slowly, but nicely, coming back to life after the tsunami. The beaches are NEVER crowded and you can find accomodations without any problems on arrival, especially during the time you are wanting to travel. High season ends in April.

From there you can venture out into the jungle, go snorkeling or diving (Similan Islands are 3 hours by boat and in the top 10 dive sights in the world), play in waterfalls, elephant trek, sit at the Ska Bar and just sip a great Thai Beer. I prefer Singha as the Chang Beer gives me a headache!

Tell Tookta and the girls minding the t-shirt shops hello for me. I am in Bangkok now and off to Kenya and Egypt tonight. I'll be back down in Khao Lak again in late April. Send me a note and maybe if we cross paths, we can get a beer together.

Accomodations run from $15-50 USD, but also there are 5-star hotels hidden along the beaches. Food is so cheap here, its ridiculous. You will find many backpackers here and make friends easily. No hostels here because the hotels are so cheap anyway.

Read my blogs about Khao Lak and it might give you some insight.

Good luck and travel safely!

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HI,
Well buy a backpacker travel insurance. It's must because any mishap can be happen during your backpacking. And you must take care of your visas. Read carefully all your policies before taking any insurance.

Have fun.........😊

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This website may help you decide a route and what to see and do;

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It caters specifically for independent travel around South-East Asia Reply to this

If you're looking for a relaxing place, there's no place like Pulau Kapas outside the east coast of mainland Malaysia. It's truly wonderful. On weekends some local day trippers go there but on the weekdays you'll virtually have the beach for yourself. There's a really cool guesthouse, I can't remember the name but it looks like a tree house. The island is not that big so you'll find it. They have hammocks on the beach where you can lay and just a read a book or have a nap.

The second you set foot on Pulau Kapas you will feel how you're heartbeat goes down 😊 Reply to this