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Southeast Asia Budget Loop: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Hanoi
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Southeast Asia Budget Loop: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Hanoi

The classic backpacker trail, done properly

Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Hanoi, Thailand & Vietnam
18 days
4.7 (241 reviews)
Groups of 1–20

About this experience

The definitive Southeast Asia budget adventure — street food for £1 a plate, guesthouses from £8 a night, but with the best experiences money can buy. Party on Khaosan Road, trek to hill tribe villages in Chiang Mai, and eat pho at a pavement stall in Hanoi.

Highlights

Bangkok temples & the Grand Palace
Khaosan Road & rooftop bar scene
Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary (ethical)
Hill tribe village trek & homestay
Hanoi Old Quarter walking tour
Ha Long Bay budget cruise (2 nights)

Included

  • Return flights from London to Bangkok, home from Hanoi
  • Budget accommodation throughout (8-bed dorms & twin rooms)
  • Bangkok–Chiang Mai overnight train
  • Chiang Mai–Hanoi flight
  • Ha Long Bay 2-night cruise
  • Elephant sanctuary day trip

Not included

  • Virtually all food (expect to spend £10–15/day total)
  • Nightlife & activities
  • Visas
Best time to visit: November–March

Starting from

£899/ person

Up to £1,400 pp depending on options

Duration18 days
Group size1–20 people
Activity levelEasy
Spread the cost with 0% interest instalments over 3, 6 or 12 months.

No payment required at this stage. Our team will prepare a tailored proposal.