Bangkok To Hong Kong

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29 days (ex Bangkok)

Destinations visited: Vietnam, Thailand, Bangkok, Laos, China, Hong Kong, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Discover colourful cultures and vibrant landscapes as you travel along the dragon's backbone from busy Bangkok, through the sacred rice fields of rural China and into the modern hum of Hong Kong. From the mountain markets of Chiang Mai, across the emerald waters of Halong Bay, to the footbridges of sleepy Chengyang, take a journey that will capture your heart and imagination. Get set to explore ancient temples, colourful markets and vast, striking landscapes on an adventure that will bring your senses alive.

Highlights

Cruise down Bangkok's khlongs on a longtail boat.
Relax on a slow boat down the Mekong.
Soak up the French-inspired culture in Vientiane.
Traverse the lush mountains of eastern Laos.
Cruise Halong Bay.
Chill out in the mountain village of Hua Shan.
Trek through the terraces of Longji.
Cycle through the Yangshuo countryside.
Be wowed by the big city lights of Hong Kong.

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Bangkok

Take a longtail boat ride along the city's khlongs to discover why Bangkok was once called the 'Venice of the East'.

Day 3 Chiang Mai

Discover sweeping city views from atop Doi Suthep temple.

Day 4 Chiang Khong

Mingle with Mien and White H'mong villagers and catch a first glimpse of the Mekong.

Day 5 Mekong River

Take a slow boat down the Mekong, soaking up the laidback river vibe.

Days 6-8 Luang Prabang

Witness hundreds of Buddha carvings en route to colonial Luang Prabang.

Days 9-11 Vang Vieng/Vientiane

Experience the backpacker's haven of Vang Vieng and then travel to Vientiane.

Days 10-11 Vientiane

Explore laidback Vientiane and pay a visit to the inspiring COPE prosthetic limb centre. At days end, head to the riverbank to savour a Mekong sunset with a cold Beerlao in hand.

Day 12 Lak Sao

Revel in a striking montage of mountain and forest scenery.

Days 13-15 Hanoi

Browse the Old Quarter or explore Hanoi's backstreets by cyclo.

Days 16-17 Halong Bay

Sail by stalactite-encrusted caves before spending a night at sea. Explore Cat Ba, one of the few inhabited islands in Halong Bay.

Days 18-19 Hua Shan

Travel through China to the mountain village of Hua Shan. Visit a huge cliff-face fresco painted some 2,000 years ago.

Day 20 Liuzhou

Discover the peaceful parks and impressive tiered pagodas of Liuzhou.

Days 21-22 Chengyang

Stop to admire the waterwheels that lazily flood the paddy fields surrounding Chengyang.

Days 23-24 Longji Terraces

Relish in the awesome sight of the Longji rice terraces soaring high into the sky.

Days 25-27 Yangshuo

Cycle through landscapes straight out of a classic Chinese painting in Yangshuo.

Days 28-29 Hong Kong

Hit the streets of energetic Hong Kong, an exhilarating fusion of East and West.

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Accommodation

Guesthouse (13 nts), Hotel (10 nts), Overnight sleeper train (2 nts), Overnight boat (1 nt)

Transport

Overnight sleeper train, Longtail boat, Private minibus, Boat, Jumbo, Tuk-Tuk, Taxi, Bus, Bicycle, Train

Budget

Allow USD $400 for meals not included.

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