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🇧🇧🇱🇨🇩🇲🇬🇵EASTERN CARIBBEAN

Sugar Beach, St Lucia In the Eastern Caribbean you’ll find picture-perfect beaches, but also adventure in the form of rainforest hikes, swimming beneath waterfalls, snorkelling over reefs and much more. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Eastern Caribbean itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To Barbados (Book >) 🚕Airport to Durants	Dep: Afternoon Dep: Afteroon	Arr: Afternoon Arr: 40 mins later	🏨The House by Elegant Hotels (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive at your hotel in time for dinner and a relaxing evening after your flight.			Arrange your transfer in advance for a smooth arrival.
2-5	You’re staying by one of the best beaches in Barbados, a great place to swim as well as to snorkel out to reef filled with colourful fish. During your time here I recommend a visit to the manor house, steam train and rum distillery at St Nicholas Abbey. In nearby Holetown there’s good shopping, a lively nightlife and the Holetown Monument which commemorates the 1625 English landing.			Hurricane season runs from June to November.
6	✈Barbados to St Lucia flight (Book >) 🚕Airport to Soufriere transfer	Dep: Afternoon Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon Arr: 1hr 30mins later	🏨Jade Mountain Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	The transfer to your hotel takes an hour and a half, but once you arrive you’ll quickly realise you’ve come to somewhere special.			Use an eco-friendly sunscreen and help protect the reefs.
7-10	Apart from spending time on those exquisite beaches and in the crystal-clear sea, pay a visit to the Sulphur Springs close to Soufriere, hike through the rainforest or embark on a sailing trip.			All beaches in St Lucia are public – don’t let anyone try to kick you off!
11	✈St Lucia to Dominica flight (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Morning	🏨Jungle Bay Resort & Spa(Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll need to make an early start for the one flight a day to Dominica. Once you arrive, collect your car and enjoy the drive over the mountains to your hotel.			Water in Dominica can be unsafe to drink, buy a filter water bottle and avoid using plastic.
12-14	Dominica is more about adventure than beach, so take yourself on the 45-min hike to Middleham Falls where a cool pool beneath a high waterfall is your reward. Much easier to get to are the twin waterfalls at Trafalgar Falls. From Roseau you can arrange dolphin and whale watching tours. Swim in the bubbling waters of Champagne Bay, or snorkel at spectacular Scott’s Head.			Insect repellant is recommended when heading into the rainforest.
15	✈Dominica to Guadeloupe flight (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening	🏨La Toubana Hotel & Spa (Book >)	All hotels >
	One you’ve landed at Pointe-a-Pitre airport collect your car for the 30-min drive to your hotel.			Guadeloupe is a French territory and therefore in the EU.
16-18	You’ll be staying on the island of Grande Terre, where most of the best beaches are located. If you want to get active then drive to Basse Terre – you’ll find a good guide and maps here.			Learning some French words and phrases will be appreciated by the locals.
19-20	✈Guadeloupe to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Eastern Caribbean itinerary with the Cuba, Costa Rica or Eastern USA itinerary
	Consider adding on a day or two in New York or Paris to break up the journey home.
Mid-range
1	✈To Barbados (Book >) 🚕Airport to Speightstown	Dep: Afternoon Dep: Afteroon	Arr: Afternoon Arr: 1hr later	🏨Sugar Cane Club (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive at your hotel in time for dinner and a relaxing evening after your flight.			Arrange your transfer in advance for a smooth arrival.
2-5	You’re hotel offers free transfers to one of the best beaches in Barbados, a great place to swim as well as to snorkel out to reef filled with colourful fish. During your time here I recommend a visit to the manor house, steam train and rum distillery at St Nicholas Abbey. In nearby Speightstown there are some great beachside restaurants.			Hurricane season runs from June to November.
6	✈Barbados to St Lucia flight (Book >) 🚕Airport to Soufriere transfer	Dep: Afternoon Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon Arr: 1hr 30mins later	🏨Stonefield Estate Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	The transfer to your hotel takes an hour and a half, but once you arrive you’ll quickly realise you’ve come to somewhere special.			Use an eco-friendly sunscreen and help protect the reefs.
7-9	Apart from spending time on those exquisite beaches and in the crystal-clear sea, pay a visit to the Sulphur Springs close to Soufriere, hike through the rainforest or embark on a sailing trip.			All beaches in St Lucia are public – don’t let anyone try to kick you off!
10	🚕Soufriere to Castries taxi	Dep: 20:00	Arr: 21:30	🏨Harbour Vista Inn (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy one last day at the beach before transferring to Castries, where you’ll stay the night before catching the early ferry tomorrow.			Castries isn’t much fun at night and so I’d recommend arriving here later.
11	⛴️St Lucia to Roseau ferry (Book >) 🚌Roseau to Calibishie bus	Dep: 07:00 Dep: 12:30	Arr: 11:15 Arr: 14:30	🏨Wanderlust Caribbean (Book >)	All hotels >
	An early start for the ferry to Dominica. Once you arrive walk to River Bank road where you can catch a minibus to the other side of the island.			Water in Dominica can be unsafe to drink, buy a filter water bottle and avoid using plastic.
12-14	Dominica is more about adventure than beach, so go on the 45-min hike to Middleham Falls where a cool pool beneath a high waterfall is your reward. Much easier to get to are the twin waterfalls at Trafalgar Falls. From Roseau you can arrange dolphin and whale watching tours. Swim in the bubbling waters of Champagne Bay, or snorkel at spectacular Scott’s Head.			Your hotel can help to arrange tours of the island with Nigel – a guide I can highly recommend.
15	⛴️Dominica to Pointe-a-Pitre ferry (Book >)	Dep: 11:30	Arr: 13:45	🏨Le Rayon Vert (Book >)	All hotels >
	One you’ve arrived in Guadeloupe collect your car for the 1-hour drive to your hotel.			Guadeloupe is a French territory and therefore in the EU.
16-18	You’ll be staying on the island of Basse Terre, where there are some great beaches as well as a plethora of inland activities – you’ll find a good guide and maps here.			Learning some French words and phrases will be appreciated by the locals.
19-20	✈Guadeloupe to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Eastern Caribbean itinerary with the Cuba, Costa Rica or Eastern USA itinerary
	Consider adding on a day or two in New York or Paris to break up the journey home.
Budget
1	✈To Barbados (Book >) 🚕Airport to St Lawrence taxi	Dep: Afternoon Dep: Afteroon	Arr: Afternoon Arr: 25 mins later	🏨Southern Surf Beach Apartments (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive at your hotel in time for dinner and a relaxing evening after your flight.			You can find an official taxi stand in the airport, just outside the arrivals doors.
2-5	St Lawrence is a lively part of Barbados, with a good choice of rum shacks and beautiful beaches. During your time here I recommend a visit to the manor house, steam train and rum distillery at St Nicholas Abbey. In nearby Bridgetown there’s good shopping and a charming boardwalk.			Hurricane season runs from June to November.
6	✈Barbados to St Lucia flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Sérénité Vigie Saint Lucia (Book >)	All hotels >
	Your hotel is a short walk from the airport and is a great place from which to watch the sun go down.			There are plenty of minibuses running from near your hotel to the airport in Barbados.
7	🚌Castries to Soufriere bus	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 12:00	🏨Serenity Escape St Lucia (Book >)	All hotels >
	You can either take the bus directly to Soufriere, or stop off along the way at a rum distillery.			Use an eco-friendly sunscreen and help protect the reefs.
8-9	Apart from spending time on those exquisite beaches and in the crystal-clear sea, pay a visit to the Sulphur Springs close to Soufriere, hike through the rainforest or embark on a sailing trip.			All beaches in St Lucia are public – don’t let anyone try to kick you off!
10	🚌Soufriere to Castries bus	Dep: 17:00	Arr: 19:00	🏨Harbour Vista Inn (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy one last day at the beach before transferring to Castries, where you’ll stay the night before catching the early ferry tomorrow.			There are only a limited number of decent restaurants in Castries.
11	⛴️St Lucia to Roseau ferry (Book >) 🚌Roseau to Soufriere bus	Dep: 07:00 Dep: 12:30	Arr: 11:15 Arr: 14:30	🏨Soufriere Guesthouse (Book >)	All hotels >
	An early start for the ferry to Dominica. Once you arrive walk to River Bank road where you can catch a minibus to Soufriere (not the one in St Lucia!)			Water in Dominica can be unsafe to drink, buy a filter water bottle and avoid using plastic.
12-14	Take a minibus to Roseau and then another to the twin waterfalls at Trafalgar Falls. From Roseau you can arrange dolphin and whale watching tours. Swim in the bubbling waters of Champagne Bay (close to your guesthouse), or snorkel at spectacular Scott’s Head.			Insect repellant is recommended when heading into the rainforest.
15	⛴️Dominica to Pointe-a-Pitre ferry (Book >)	Dep: 11:30	Arr: 13:45	🏨Gîte bois Cannelle (Book >)	All hotels >
	One you’ve arrived in Guadeloupe collect your car for the 1-hour drive to your gîte.			Guadeloupe is a French territory and therefore in the EU.
16-18	You’ll be staying on the island of Basse Terre, where there are some great beaches as well as a plethora of inland activities – you’ll find a good guide and maps here.			Learning some French words and phrases will be appreciated by the locals.
19-20	✈Guadeloupe to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Eastern Caribbean itinerary with the Cuba, Costa Rica or Eastern USA itinerary
	Consider adding on a day or two in New York or Paris to break up the journey home.

🇮🇩INDONESIA

Borobudur, Indonesia This busy 18-day itinerary gives travellers an amazing journey through the islands of Java, Bali and Lombok. Got some spare days? Spend longer at the beach in Lombok and Bali. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Indonesia itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To Yogyakarta (Book >)	Dep: Morning		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Morning	🏨The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll have most of the day to relax by the pool in your hotel, if you’re feeling refreshed in the afternoon then visit some local Batik makers, the Taman Sari water castle and the opulent Kraton Palace.
3	Arrange a driver for with your hotel, because it’s all about the temples today, starting with Prambanan and ending with incredible Borobudur.			Visitors from most countries can get a visa on arrival or are exempt.
4	🚄Yogyakarta to Surabaya (Book >)	Dep: 09:56	Arr: 15:27	🏨Hotel Majapahit (Book >)	See all hotels >
	Built in 1910, your hotel is a part of the history of this city. But make time to get out and see the out-of-place submarine monument.			Seat 61 has excellent tips for buying Indonesian train tickets (I recommend paying a little more for first class AC).
5	🚄Surabaya to Probolinggo train (Book >) 🚕Probolinggo to Cemoro Lawang taxi	Dep: 15:27 Dep: 18:15	Arr: 18:14 Arr: 19:15	🏨Bromo Terrace (Book >)	All hotels >
	Spend a couple of hours in Surabaya’s fascinating House of Sampoerna before travelling to Cemoro Lawang.			Keep small denominations of cash on you for food, taxis, drinks etc.
6	Awake before dawn to witness sunrise over the incredible Mount Bromo landscape. Then go on a guided hike over this barren terrain and get close to the volcano itself.			You’ll need to pack for the cold – it’s freezing before sunrise!
7	🚕Bromo to Probolinggo taxi 🚄Probolinggo to Banyuwangi train (Book >) ⛴️Banyuwangi (Ketapang) to Gilimanuk ferry (Book >) 🚕Gilimanuk to Pemuteran taxi	Dep: 10:00 Dep: 11:04 Dep: 16:00 Dep: 17:00	Arr: 11:00 Arr: 15:20 Arr: 16:45 Arr: 17:30	🏨Matahari Beach (Book >)	All hotels >
	Descend the Bromo area and take the train on to the end of Java. At Banyuwangi hop in a taxi to the docks at Ketapang.			Be prepared for departure times to be unreliable.
8	See Bali Barat National Park, which is full of forests, mangroves and rare wild animals. The Tegal Bunder Trail is highly recommended, as is a visit to Menjangan Island if you want to see some amazing marine life.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
9	🚐Pemuteran to Gunung Batur drive (Book >)	Dep: 12:00	Arr: 15:00	🏨Volcano Terrace Bali (Book >)	All hotels >
	After a relaxing morning in your hotel, meet your guide who will drive you through northern Bali to the rim of Gunung Batur volcano.			Dress conservatively when visiting temples.
10	🚐Gunung Batur to Ubud drive	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 11:30	🏨The Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah (Book >)	All hotels >
	Another early start for another stunning sunrise, before driving on to the vibrant town of Ubud			The Ubud Art Market is a great place to pick up souvenirs – bargain hard!
11-12	Meet the animals at the Ubud Monkey Forest, walk through the Tegallalang Rice Terraces, visit the Goa Gajah temple complex, Pura Taman Saraswati temple and Puri Saren, take in the air along the Campuhan Ridge Walk.			Bluebird taxis are the recommended way of making short trips. Download the app on Google Play or Apple.
13	🚐Ubud to Padangbai minibus ⛴️Padangbai to Lembar ferry 🚐Lembar to Mataram minibus (Book >)	Dep: 07:00 Dep: 08:30 Dep: 11:00	Arr: 08:00 Arr: 10:35 Arr: 11:45	🏨Hotel Oberoi Lombok (Book >)	All hotels >
	This is a day on which to enjoy the journey. From the greenery and bustle of Bali, to crossing the Bali Sea, to driving along the verdant hills of Lombok. Arrive in time for sunset at the beach.			You may want to get a taxi to Denpasar and fly to Lombok, which could be faster but much less enjoyable.
14-15	Snorkel with giant sea turtles, walk beside Mount Rinjani, take a horse and cart to Tanjung Village and enjoy the exquisite beach.			Protect the reef and wildlife by using an eco-friendly sunscreen.
16	🚕Mataram to airport taxi (Book >) ✈Lombok to Denpasar flight (Book >)	Dep: 13:00 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 15:00 Arr: Evening	🏨The Samaya Seminyak Bali (Book >)	All hotels >
	Fly back to Bali and relax on the beach when you arrive.			If red flags are flown on the beach do not swim – there are dangerous undercurrents here.
17-18	✈Denpasar to Home (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Indonesia itinerary with the Malaysia & Borneo or Australia itinerary
	Soak up the sun before returning home.
Mid-range
1	✈To Yogyakarta (Book >)	Dep: Morning		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Morning	🏨The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll have most of the day to relax by the pool in your hotel, if you’re feeling refreshed in the afternoon then visit some local Batik makers, the Taman Sari water castle and the opulent Kraton Palace.
3	Arrange a driver for with your hotel, because it’s all about the temples today, starting with Prambanan and ending with incredible Borobudur.			Visitors from most countries can get a visa on arrival or are exempt.
4	🚄Yogyakarta to Surabaya train (Book >)	Dep: 09:56	Arr: 15:27	🏨Hotel Majapahit (Book >)	All hotels >
	Built in 1910, your hotel is a part of the history of this city. Spend a couple of hours in Surabaya’s fascinating House of Sampoerna.			Seat 61 has excellent tips for buying Indonesian train tickets (I recommend paying a little more for first class AC).
5	🚄Surabaya to Probolinggo train (Book >) 🚌Probolinggo bus station to Cemoro Lawang bus	Dep: 09:00 Dep: 11:30	Arr: 10:56 Arr: 13:30	🏨Bromo Terrace (Book >)	All hotels >
	Go on a guided hike over the barren Mount Bromo terrain and get close to the volcano itself.			You’ll need to take a bemo to Probolinggo bus station (Banyuangga).
7	🚌Bromo to Probolinggo bus station 🚄Probolinggo to Banyuwangi train (Book >) ⛴️Banyuwangi (Ketapang) to Gilimanuk ferry (Book >) 🚕Gilimanuk to Pemuteran taxi	Dep: 08:30 Dep: 11:04 Dep: 16:00 Dep: 17:00	Arr: 10:30 Arr: 15:20 Arr: 16:45 Arr: 17:30	🏨Amertha Bali Villas (Book >)	All hotels >
	Rise early for sunset, then descend the Bromo area and take the train on to the end of Java. At Banyuwangi hop in a taxi to the docks at Ketapang.			You’ll need to pack for the cold – it’s freezing before sunrise!.
8	See Bali Barat National Park, which is full of forests, mangroves and rare wild animals. The Tegal Bunder Trail is highly recommended, as is a visit to Menjangan Island if you want to see some amazing marine life.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
9	🚌Pemuteran to Gunung Batur bus (Book >)	Dep: 11:00	Arr: 15:30	🏨Volcano Terrace Bali (Book >)	All hotels >
	After a relaxing morning in your hotel, wait for a passing bemo to take you through northern Bali to the rim of Gunung Batur volcano.			Dress conservatively when visiting temples.
10	🚌Gunung Batur to Ubud bus	Dep: 09:30	Arr: 11:30	🏨The Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah (Book >)	All hotels >
	Another early start for another stunning sunrise, before taking a bemo to the vibrant town of Ubud			The Ubud Art Market is a great place to pick up souvenirs – bargain hard!
11-12	Meet the animals at the Ubud Monkey Forest, walk through the Tegallalang Rice Terraces, visit the Goa Gajah temple complex, Pura Taman Saraswati temple and Puri Saren, take in the air along the Campuhan Ridge Walk.			Bluebird taxis are the recommended way of making short trips. Download the app on Google Play or Apple.
13	🚐Ubud to Padangbai bus ⛴️Padangbai to Lembar ferry 🚐Lembar to Senggigi bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:00 Dep: 08:30 Dep: 11:00	Arr: 08:00 Arr: 10:35 Arr: 12:00	🏨Puri Mas Boutique(Book >)	All hotels >
	This is a day on which to enjoy the journey. From the greenery and bustle of Bali, to crossing the Bali Sea, to driving along the verdant hills of Lombok. Arrive in time for sunset at the beach.			You may want to get a taxi to Denpasar and fly to Lombok, which could be faster but much less enjoyable.
14-15	Snorkel with giant sea turtles, walk beside Mount Rinjani, take a horse and cart to Tanjung Village and enjoy the exquisite beach.			Protect the reef and wildlife by using an eco-friendly sunscreen.
16	🚐Sengiggi to airport transfer (Book >) ✈Lombok to Denpasar flight (Book >)	Dep: 10:00 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 10:30 Arr: Afternoon	🏨Villa Bali Asri Batubelig (Book >)	All hotels >
	Fly back to Bali and relax on the beach when you arrive.			If red flags are flown on the beach do not swim – there are dangerous undercurrents here.
17-18	✈Denpasar to Home (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Indonesia itinerary with the Malaysia & Borneo or Australia itinerary
	Soak up the sun before returning home.
Budget
1	✈To Yogyakarta (Book >)	Dep: Morning		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Morning	🏨Snooze Guesthouse (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll have most of the day to relax in your hostel and, if you’re feeling refreshed in the afternoon, visit some local Batik makers, the Taman Sari water castle and the opulent Kraton Palace.
3	Arrange a driver for with your hotel, because it’s all about the temples today, starting with Prambanan and ending with incredible Borobudur.			Visitors from most countries can get a visa on arrival or are exempt.
4	🚄Yogyakarta to Surabaya train (Book >)	Dep: 09:56	Arr: 15:27	🏨Krowi Inn (Book >)	All hotels >
	Spend a couple of hours in Surabaya’s fascinating House of Sampoerna.			Seat 61 has excellent tips for buying Indonesian train tickets (I recommend paying a little more for first class AC).
5	🚄Surabaya to Probolinggo train (Book >) 🚌Probolinggo bus station to Cemoro Lawang bus	Dep: 09:00 Dep: 11:30	Arr: 10:56 Arr: 13:30	🏨Cafe Lava Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Go on a guided hike over the barren Mount Bromo terrain and get close to the volcano itself.			You’ll need to take a bemo to Probolinggo bus station (Banyuangga).
7	🚌Bromo to Probolinggo bus station 🚄Probolinggo to Banyuwangi train (Book >) ⛴️Banyuwangi (Ketapang) to Gilimanuk ferry (Book >) 🚌Gilimanuk to Pemuteran bus	Dep: 08:30 Dep: 11:04 Dep: 16:00 Dep: 17:30	Arr: 10:30 Arr: 15:20 Arr: 16:45 Arr: 18:30	🏨Bananaleaf (Book >)	All hotels >
	Rise early for sunset, then descend the Bromo area and take the train on to the end of Java. At Banyuwangi hop in a taxi to the docks at Ketapang. In Gilimanuk wait for a bemo going to Pemuteran.			You’ll need to pack for the cold – it’s freezing before sunrise!.
8	See Bali Barat National Park, which is full of forests, mangroves and rare wild animals. The Tegal Bunder Trail is highly recommended, as is a visit to Menjangan Island if you want to see some amazing marine life.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
9	🚌Pemuteran to Gunung Batur bus (Book >)	Dep: 11:00	Arr: 15:30	🏨BlackLava Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Wait for a passing bemo to take you through northern Bali to the rim of Gunung Batur volcano.			Dress conservatively when visiting temples.
10	🚌Gunung Batur to Ubud bus	Dep: 09:30	Arr: 11:30	🏨Green Paddy Hostel Villa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Another early start for another stunning sunrise, before taking a bemo to the vibrant town of Ubud			The Ubud Art Market is a great place to pick up souvenirs – bargain hard!
11-12	Meet the animals at the Ubud Monkey Forest, walk through the Tegallalang Rice Terraces, visit the Goa Gajah temple complex, Pura Taman Saraswati temple and Puri Saren, take in the air along the Campuhan Ridge Walk.			Bluebird taxis are the recommended way of making short trips. Download the app on Google Play or Apple.
13	🚐Ubud to Padangbai bus (Book >) ⛴️Padangbai to Lembar ferry (Book >) 🚌Lembar to Kuta Lombok bus	Dep: 07:00 Dep: 08:30 Dep: 11:30	Arr: 08:00 Arr: 10:35 Arr: 13:00	🏨Pipes Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	This is a day on which to enjoy the journey. From the greenery and bustle of Bali, to crossing the Bali Sea, to driving along the verdant hills of Lombok.			You’ll need to wait for a bemo in Lembar port and negotiate the price to Kuta Lombok.
14-15	Snorkel with giant sea turtles, walk beside Mount Rinjani, go surfing and enjoy the exquisite nearby beaches.			Protect the reef and wildlife by using an eco-friendly sunscreen.
16	🚐Kuta Lombok to airport transfer (Book >) ✈Lombok to Denpasar flight (Book >)	Dep: 10:00 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 10:30 Arr: Afternoon	🏨Pudak Sari Unizou Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Fly back to Bali and relax on the beach when you arrive.			If red flags are flown on the beach do not swim – there are dangerous undercurrents here.
17-18	✈Denpasar to Home (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Indonesia itinerary with the Malaysia & Borneo or Australia itinerary
	Soak up the sun before returning home.

🇨🇷COSTA RICA

Arenal, Costa Rica Bursting with wildlife, volcanoes and gorgeous beaches, Costa Rica’s size makes it easy to get around and full of incredible sights. As with many itineraries, so as to optimise the journey the Mid-range version borrows some of the better hotels from the Luxury version and makes savings elsewhere to bring the cost down. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Costa Rica itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To San Jose (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Barceló San José (Book >)	All hotels >
	Settle in to your hotel and rest after your journey.			Visitors from many countries do not require a visa for entry.
2	The Museo del Oro Precolombino contains many fascinating Pre-Colombian gold exhibits. Stop by the Catedral Metropolitana and admire the ornate interior. You’ll find plenty of things to buy in the Mercado Centrale.			‘Sodas’ are family-run restaurants that serve local food.
3	✈San Jose to Tortuguero flight (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Hotel Manatus Lodge (Book >)	All hotels >
	Once in Tortuguero National Park enjoy a boat tours along the waterways and then, in the evening, go on a guided tour through the hotel grounds.			You’ll need to pay a fee before entering the park.
4	Visit Tortuguero Village for a taste of Afro-Caribbean culture, take to the water in a kayak. A canopy tour is a must for thrill seekers and a night-time turtle hatching tour is a must for everyone.			Tap water is safe in Costa Rica, but if you’re really worried about stomach problems buy a filter water bottle and top up from taps.
5	⛴️🚐Tortuguero to Arenal transfer (Book >)	Dep: 12:00	Arr: 17:00	🏨Hotel Nayara Spa & Gardens (Book >)	All hotels >
	Use your last few hours in Tortuguero to see anything you may have missed out on days 3 and 4. From your beautiful hotel in La Fortuna you can often see the lava flows from Arenal volcano.			Roads in Costa Rica can be unpaved – be prepared for bumpy rides
6	Go on hikes long or short in Volcano Arenal National Park. When you’ve exhausted yourself visit one of the many thermal spas in the area (I recommend Tabacon Hot Springs)			Do you need a guide for hiking here? Not really – park rangers will close trails if they’re unsafe.
7	🚕⛴️🚕Arenal to Monteverde transfer (Book >)	Dep: 08:30	Arr: 11:30	🏨Hotel Belmar (Book >)	All hotels >
	Spend the afternoon relaxing after the journey from La Fortuna. In the evening go on a guided night walk to meet the areas many nocturnal critters.			It can rain even in dry season here – bring good waterproofs. It can also get cold at night.
8	Experience the tree tops via zipline or canopy walk, visit the cloud forest, ride on a very sedate aerial tramway, or see the wildlife from the ground on a guided walk.			The Certificate of Sustainable Tourism ranks businesses from 1 to 5 based on their commitment to carbon neutrality.
9	🚐Monteverde to Playa Panama bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:30	Arr: 13:30	🏨Hotel Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Playa Panama is one of the best beaches in the region and is perfect for swimming.			Many businesses close down for the month of October.
10-12	See sea turtles at Playa Grande, visit nearby national parks, go sea kayaking, diving or snorkelling, have a surfing lesson or white water rafting experience…or just do nothing at all on the beach.			Protect the environment and buy an eco-friendly sunscreen.
13-14	🚕Playa Panama to Liberia transfer (Book >) ✈Liberia to San Jose flight (Book >) ✈San Jose to Home (Book >)	Dep: 08:00 Dep: Morning Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 08:45 Morning Arr: Afternoon (next day)	Connect this Costa Rica itinerary with the Ecuador & Galapagos or Cuba itinerary
	Ensure you leave a few hours between the time your flight from Libera lands and your flight home departs.
Mid-range
1	✈To San Jose (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Hotel Terrazas De Golf (Book >)	All hotels >
	Settle in to your hotel and rest after your journey.			Visitors from many countries do not require a visa for entry.
2	The Museo del Oro Precolombino contains many fascinating Pre-Colombian gold exhibits. Stop by the Catedral Metropolitana and admire the ornate interior. You’ll find plenty of things to buy in the Mercado Centrale.			‘Sodas’ are family-run restaurants that serve local food.
3	✈San Jose to Tortuguero flight (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Hotel Manatus Lodge (Book >)	All hotels >
	Once in Tortuguero National Park enjoy a boat tours along the waterways and then, in the evening, go on a guided tour through the hotel grounds.			You’ll need to pay a fee before entering the park.
4	Visit Tortuguero Village for a taste of Afro-Caribbean culture, take to the water in a kayak. A canopy tour is a must for thrill seekers and a night-time turtle hatching tour is a must for everyone.			Tap water is safe in Costa Rica, but if you’re really worried about stomach problems buy a filter water bottle and top up from taps.
5	⛴️🚐Tortuguero to Arenal transfer (Book >)	Dep: 12:00	Arr: 17:00	🏨Hotel El Silencio del Campo (Book >)	All hotels >
	Use your last few hours in Tortuguero to see anything you may have missed out on days 3 and 4. From your hotel you can often see the glow of lava from Arenal volcano.			Roads in Costa Rica can be unpaved – be prepared for bumpy rides
6	Go on hikes long or short in Volcano Arenal National Park. When you’ve exhausted yourself visit one of the many thermal spas in the area (I recommend Tabacon Hot Springs)			Do you need a guide for hiking here? Not really – park rangers will close trails if they’re unsafe.
7	🚕⛴️🚕Arenal to Monteverde transfer (Book >)	Dep: 08:30	Arr: 11:30	🏨Casa Batsu (Book >)	All hotels >
	Spend the afternoon relaxing after the journey from La Fortuna. In the evening go on a guided night walk to meet the areas many nocturnal critters.			It can rain even in dry season here – bring good waterproofs. It can also get cold at night.
8	Experience the tree tops via zipline or canopy walk, visit the cloud forest, ride on a very sedate aerial tramway, or see the wildlife from the ground on a guided walk.			The Certificate of Sustainable Tourism ranks businesses from 1 to 5 based on their commitment to carbon neutrality.
9	🚐Monteverde to Playa Tamarindo bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:00	Arr: 12:30	🏨Tamarindo Bay Boutique (Book >)	All hotels >
	As well as having a beautiful beach, Tamarindo is also a pretty town with excellent restaurants.			Many businesses close down for the month of October.
10-12	See sea turtles at Playa Grande, visit nearby national parks, go sea kayaking, diving or snorkelling, have a surfing lesson or white water rafting experience…or just do nothing at all on the beach.			Protect the environment and buy an eco-friendly sunscreen.
13-14	🚕Playa Tamarindo to Liberia transfer (Book >) ✈Liberia to San Jose flight (Book >) ✈San Jose to Home (Book >)	Dep: 07:00 Dep: Morning Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 09:00 Morning Arr: Afternoon (next day)	Connect this Costa Rica itinerary with the Ecuador & Galapagos or Cuba itinerary
	Ensure you leave a few hours between the time your flight from Libera lands and your flight home departs.
Budget
1	✈To San Jose (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Hostel Urbano (Book >)	All hotels >
	Settle in to your hotel and rest after your journey.			Visitors from many countries do not require a visa for entry.
2	The Museo del Oro Precolombino contains many fascinating Pre-Colombian gold exhibits. Stop by the Catedral Metropolitana and admire the ornate interior. You’ll find plenty of things to buy in the Mercado Centrale.			‘Sodas’ are family-run restaurants that serve great value local food.
3	🚌San Jose to Cariari bus 🚌Cariari to La Pavona bus ⛴️La Pavona to Toruguero ferry	Dep: 09:00 Dep: 15:00 Dep: 16:30	Arr: 12:00 Arr: 16:15 Arr: 17:45	🏨Aracari Garden Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	This bus schedule assumes that you’ll miss the 11:30 Cariara to La Pavona departure (although that bus should wait), but if not then boats to Tortuguero will be waiting at earlier times. Once in Tortuguero National Park go on a guided night tour to see the wildlife.			Tap water is safe in Costa Rica, but if you’re really worried about stomach problems buy a filter water bottle and top up from taps.
4	Visit Tortuguero Village for a taste of Afro-Caribbean culture, take to the water in a kayak. A canopy tour is a must for thrill seekers and a night-time turtle hatching tour is a must for everyone.			You’ll need to pay a fee before entering the park.
5	⛴️🚐Tortuguero to La Fortuna transfer (Book >)	Dep: 12:00	Arr: 17:00	🏨Howler Monkey Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Use your last few hours in Tortuguero to see anything you may have missed out on days 3 and 4. At night in La Fortuna you can often see the lava glow from Arenal volcano.			Roads in Costa Rica can be unpaved – be prepared for bumpy rides (especially between
6	Go on hikes long or short in Volcano Arenal National Park. Exhausted? Treat yourself to one of the many thermal spas in the area (I recommend Tabacon Hot Springs)			Do you need a guide for hiking here? Not really – park rangers will close trails if they’re unsafe.
7	🚌La Fortuna to Tilarán bus 🚌Tilarán to Santa Elena bus (Info >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 12:30	Arr: 11:00 Arr: 15:00	🏨OutBox Inn (Book >)	All hotels >
	Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing after the journey from La Fortuna. In the evening go on a guided night walk to meet the areas many nocturnal critters.			For several dollars more you can shave 5 hrs off your journey with a shuttle-boat-shuttle combination.
8	Experience the tree tops via zipline or canopy walk, visit the cloud forest, ride on a very sedate aerial tramway, or see the wildlife from the ground on a guided walk.			It can rain even in dry season here – bring good waterproofs. It can also get cold at night.
9	🚌Monteverde to Puntarenas bus (Info >) ⛴️Puntarenas to Paquera ferry (Info >) 🚌Paquera to Montezuma bus (Info >)	Dep: 06:00 Dep: 11:00 Dep: 14:00	Arr: 09:30 Arr: 12:10 Arr: 16:00	🏨Proyecto Montezuma Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Situated right on the beach and with plenty of hammocks, the hostel is the perfect place to chill out after that journey.			It’s cheaper to bring snorkel equipment from home than to join a tour.
10-12	Visit the nearby waterfall, go sea kayaking, diving or snorkelling, have a surfing lesson…or just do nothing at all on the beach.			Protect the environment and buy an eco-friendly sunscreen.
13	🚌Montezuma to Paquera bus (Info >) ⛴️Paquera to Puntarenas ferry (Info >) 🚌Puntarenas to San Jose bus (Info >)	Dep: 12:00 Dep: 14:00 Dep: 16:00	Arr: 14:00 Arr: 15:15 Arr: 17:30	🏨Hostel Urbano (Book >)	All hotels >
	Make the most of your last morning on the beach before returning to the capital.			Many businesses close down for the month of October.
14-15	✈San Jose to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon (next day)	Connect this Costa Rica itinerary with the Ecuador & Galapagos or Cuba itinerary
	An exit tax is applied to many airline tickets (check the list here).

🇫🇯FIJI & 🇼🇸SAMOA

Fiji Paradise? Oh yes. Here are those too-good-to-be-true beaches, but here also is a fascinating, welcoming culture and lush island interiors. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget (due to the cost of flights to Samoa the Budget version doesn’t include this option). Here’s your Fiji & Samoa itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To Nadi (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2-3			Arr: Morning	🏨Radisson Blu Resort Fiji Denarau Island (Book >)	All hotels >
	After a verrrrry long journey take it easy in your luxurious hotel.
4	Another day on which to chill out by the pool or on the beach. Feeling energetic? Take an excursion to Viseisei Village.			Visitors from most countries won’t need a visa, but will need to meet a few simple conditions.
5	🚗Nadi to Natadola Bay drive (Hire car >)	Dep: 12:00	Arr: 13:00	🏨InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Collect your car then take a short drive to idyllic Natadola Bay.			Make sure your insurance covers you for driving on dirt roads
6-7	Located on Fiji’s Coral Coast, your resort is well-placed for diving and snorkelling, as well as kayaking or, of course, doing nothing on the beach. For something a bit different go rafting on the Upper Navua River.			Save the environment by using a f ilter water bottle.
8	🚗Natadola Bay to Pacific Harbour drive	Dep: 09:00	Arr: 11:00	🏨Nanuku Resort & Spa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Pacific Harbour has both gorgeous beaches and close proximity to the Pacific Harbour Arts Village and Suva, where you can wander around downtown and visit the Fiji Museum.			Fiji is a very relaxed country where punctuality isn’t particularly important.
9	🚗Pacific Harbour to Nadi drive ✈Nadi to Apia flight (Book >)	Dep: 09:00 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 11:30 Arr: Afternoon	🏨Seabreeze Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Leave the car at the airport and take the two-hour flight to Samoa, where you’ll arrive in plenty of time for sunset at the beach.			Fiji is GMT +12 and Samoa is GMT +13.
10-14	Over the next few days you can choose to relax on picture-perfect beaches, or hire a car to see Robert Louis Stephenson’s former home at Villa Vailima, the historic Bahai Temple, Upola’s northern coast. You could drive to Mulifanua and take the ferry to Savai’i for the day to enjoy the island’s waterfalls.			Ask permission before taking photos in a village.
15	✈Apia to Nadi flight (Book >) 🚁Nadi to Mamanuca Islands helicopter (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening Arr: 10 mins later	🏨Likuliku Lagoon Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy another couple of hours in Samoa before the journey to your Fiji island resort.			It’s also possible to get to the resort by catamaran, private speedboat or seaplane.
16-18	Time to truly relax on some of the best beaches in the world, set in the volcanic Mamanuca Islands.			Buy an eco-friendly sunscreen to protect the delicate reefs.
19-20	🚁Mamanuca Islands to Nadi helicopter (Book >) ✈Nadi to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 10 mins later Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Fiji & Samoa itinerary with the New Zealand North, New Zealand South or Australia itinerary
	Pay to enter the well-rated Fiji Airways Premier Lounge.
Mid-range
1	✈To Nadi (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2-3			Arr: Morning	🏨Ramada Suites Wailoaloa Beach (Book >)	All hotels >
	After a verrrrry long journey take it easy in your conveniently-located hotel.
4	Another day on which to chill out by the pool or on the beach. Feeling energetic? Take an excursion to Viseisei Village.			Visitors from most countries won’t need a visa, but will need to meet a few simple conditions.
5	🚌Nadi to Korotogo bus (Info >)	Dep: 13:00	Arr: 14:45	🏨Hotel Bedarra Beach Inn (Book >)	All hotels >
	Take the bus and then a taxi to the beautiful Coral Coast.			Ask the driver to drop you off at Korotogo roundabout (after Sigatoka)
6-7	Go snorkelling, as well as kayaking or, of course, doing nothing on the beach. For something a bit different take a tour and go rafting on the Upper Navua River.			Save the environment by using a f ilter water bottle.
8	🚌Korotogo to Suva bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:45	Arr: 13:00	🏨Grand Pacific (Book >)	All hotels >
	Suva, the capital of Fiji, is a lovely place to wander around. Visit the Fiji Museum and the Municipal Market and Municipal Handicraft Centre.			Fiji is a very relaxed country where punctuality isn’t particularly important.
9	🚌Suva to Nadi bus (Info >) ✈Nadi to Apia flight (Book >)	Dep: 06:45 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 11:05 Arr: Afternoon	🏨Aga Reef Resort And Spa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Take the early bus to get catch the two-hour flight to Samoa, where you’ll arrive in plenty of time for sunset at the beach.			Taxi fares to your beach resort are listed here (the journey from the airport should be around 1.5 hrs).
10-14	Over the next few days you can choose to relax on picture-perfect beaches, or hire a car to see Robert Louis Stephenson’s former home at Villa Vailima, the historic Bahai Temple, Upola’s northern coast. You could drive to Mulifanua and take the ferry to Savai’i for the day to enjoy the island’s waterfalls.			Fiji is GMT +12 and Samoa is GMT +13.
15	✈Apia to Nadi flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Ramada Suites Wailoaloa Beach (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy another couple of hours in Samoa before the journey back to Fiji.			Contact your hotel and take advantage of their airport shuttle.
16	⛴️Nadi to Tokoriki Island ferry (Book >)	Dep: 15:00	Arr: 16:00	🏨Sheraton Resort & Spa Tokoriki Island (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy another couple of hours in Samoa before the journey to your Fiji island resort.			It’s also possible to get to the resort by catamaran, private speedboat or seaplane.
17-19	Time to truly relax on some of the best beaches in the world, set in the volcanic Mamanuca Islands.			Buy an eco-friendly sunscreen to protect the delicate reefs.
20-21	⛴️Tokoriki Island to Nadi ferry (Book >) ✈Nadi to Home (Book >)	Dep: 10:15 Dep: Afternoon	Arr: 12:00 Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Fiji & Samoa itinerary with the New Zealand North, New Zealand South or Australia itinerary
	Pay to enter the well-rated Fiji Airways Premier Lounge.
Budget
1	✈To Nadi (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2-3			Arr: Morning	🏨Travellers Beach Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	After a verrrrry long journey take a short taxi ride to the hostel.
4	Another day on which to chill out by the pool or on the beach. Feeling energetic? Take an excursion to Viseisei Village.			Visitors from most countries won’t need a visa, but will need to meet a few simple conditions.
5	🚌Nadi to Korolevu bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:25	Arr: 13:15	🏨The Beachhouse (Book >)	All hotels >
	Take the bus from Nadi to the beautiful Coral Coast.			Pay for your bus journey with cash on board.
6-7	Go diving, snorkelling, kayaking, or just do nothing on the beach. For something a bit different go rafting on the Upper Navua River.			Save the environment by using a f ilter water bottle.
8	🚌Korolevu to Suva bus 🚌Suva to Pacific Harbour bus (Info >)	Dep: 10:05 Dep: 16:30	Arr: 11:20 Arr: 17:50	🏨Uprising Beach Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Pacific Harbour has both gorgeous beaches and close proximity to Suva, where you can spend a few hours wandering around downtown and visit the Fiji Museum.			Fancy an adventure? Goundar Shipping offers overnight passage to Savusavu on the island of Vanua Levu from Suva on Mon, Wed and Fri, returning Tue, Thu and Sun. Email goundarshipping@kidanet.net.fj for details.
9	🚌Pacific Harbour to Nadi bus (Info >)	Dep: 16:05	Arr: 19:15	🏨Travellers Beach Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	See any sights you missed out on yesterday before returning to Nadi.			Learn a few basic Fijian words and phrases, (especially Bula – pronounced Boo-lah)
10	⛴️Nadi to Waya Island ferry (Book >)	Dep: 08:30	Arr: 11:00	🏨Octopus Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Check in for the ferry to the Yasawas Islands and arrive in plenty of time for an afternoon at the beach.			You may want to take motion sickness tablets for the ferry journey.
11-16	Over the next few days you can choose to explore the island on a guided hike, go snorkelling or diving, visit a local village or just do nothing.			Ask permission before taking photos in a village.
17	⛴️Waya Island to Nadi ferry (Book >)	Dep: 15:15	Arr: 17:45	🏨Travellers Beach Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy a your last day on the beach before returning to Nadi.			Take part in a traditional kava ceremony (although the taste of kava isn’t great!)
18-19	✈Nadi to Home (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Fiji & Samoa itinerary with the New Zealand North, New Zealand South or Australia itinerary
	You can also fly low-cost to Australia.

🇰🇭CAMBODIA

Angkor Wat, Cambodia A lot of people visit Cambodia as part of a longer trip, but there’s so many phenomenal sights here that it justifies its own two-week holiday . Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Cambodia itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To Phnom Penh (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Evening	🏨La Rose Suites (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive in the evening, so take some time to relax after the long flight.
3	Ease in to life in Cambodia with a gentle day of sightseeing in the capital. The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda are peaceful and magnificent buildings worthy of a couple of hours of your time. Next door is the National Museum of Cambodia, full of ancient Angkorian artefacts. End the day with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.			Get your eVisa for Cambodia online here.
4	🚌Phnom Penh to Kratie bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:30	Arr: 16:30	🏨Rajabori Villas (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive into Kratie in plenty of time to see the sun set over the Mekong on Koh Trong Island – the perfect start to a visit of this relaxing location.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
5	Kayak or cruise along the river to spot the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins. In the afternoon admire the Kratie’s French-era architecture and tour the temples in and around town.			Ensure your boatmen protect the dolphins by only using oars when near them.
6	🚌Kratie to Phnom Penh bus (Book >) 🚌Phnom Penh to Kep bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 15:00	Arr: 14:30 Arr: 18:30	🏨Knai Bang Chatt Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	A looong day of travel, rewarded with ending at the spectacular beaches of gorgeous Kep.			Try to book your bus in advance during busy periods.
7-8	Spend a couple of days (or more) on the beach. Take the 20-minute boat ride to tranquil Rabbit Island and, if you get bored of the sand, visit a pepper farm or the nearby Bokor Hill Station.			Ensure your boatmen protect the dolphins by only using oars when near them.
9	🚌Kep to Phnom Penh bus (Book >) 🚌Phnom Penh to Siem Reap bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 11:30	Arr: 11:15 Arr: 17:30	🏨Shinta Mani Angkor (Book >)	All hotels >
	Say goodbye to the beach and hello to another day of bus travel. But at the end of it you’ll be in bustling Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor Wat. Buy your multi-day ticket after 5pm and it will only count from the next day.			Miss the connection to Siem Reap? No problem, buses depart until 18:00.
10-11	The Angkor Archaeological Park covers 400 square kilometres, so hire a car and driver to explore the site. Must-sees include Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Phrom, and Angkor Thom. Other places for your list are the Terrace of the Leper King, Baphuon, Srah Srang, Preah Ko (Sacred Bull), Baksei Chamkrong, Elephant Terrace, Pre Rup, East Mebon and Preah Khan. At the end of the day go to Phnom Bakheng for sunset.			Ask your hotel to help arrange a car and driver.
12	✈Siem Reap to Phnom Penh flight (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening	🏨La Rose Suites (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time to see more temples, or any that you may have missed out on during days 10-11.			Continuing to Laos? Book your bus from Siem Reap to Don Det (4000 Islands) here (bus departs at 08:00).
13-14	✈Phnom Penh to Home (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening (next day)	Connect this Cambodia itinerary with the Thailand or Vietnam itinerary
	Take some culinary inspiration home with you on a food tour.
Mid-range
1	✈To Phnom Penh (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Evening	🏨IRoHa Garden (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive in the evening, so take some time to relax after the long flight.
3	Ease in to life in Cambodia with a gentle day of sightseeing in the capital. The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda are peaceful and magnificent buildings worthy of a couple of hours of your time. Next door is the National Museum of Cambodia, full of ancient Angkorian artefacts. End the day with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.			Get your eVisa for Cambodia online here.
4	🚌Phnom Penh to Kratie bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:30	Arr: 16:30	🏨Rajabori Villas (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive into Kratie in plenty of time to see the sun set over the Mekong on Koh Trong Island – the perfect start to a visit of this relaxing location.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
5	Kayak or cruise along the river to spot the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins. In the afternoon admire the Kratie’s French-era architecture and tour the temples in and around town.			Ensure your boatmen protect the dolphins by only using oars when near them.
6	🚌Kratie to Phnom Penh bus (Book >) 🚌Phnom Penh to Kep bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 15:00	Arr: 14:30 Arr: 18:30	🏨Samanea Beach (Book >)	All hotels >
	A looong day of travel, rewarded with ending at the spectacular beaches of gorgeous Kep.			Try to book your bus in advance during busy periods.
7-8	Spend a couple of days (or more) on the beach. Take the 20-minute boat ride to tranquil Rabbit Island and, if you get bored of the sand, visit a pepper farm or the nearby Bokor Hill Station.			Ensure your boatmen protect the dolphins by only using oars when near them.
9	🚌Kep to Phnom Penh bus (Book >) 🚌Phnom Penh to Siem Reap bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 11:30	Arr: 11:15 Arr: 17:30	🏨Golden Temple (Book >)	All hotels >
	Say goodbye to the beach and hello to another day of bus travel. But at the end of it you’ll be in bustling Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor Wat. Buy your multi-day ticket after 5pm and it will only count from the next day.			Miss the connection to Siem Reap? No problem, buses depart until 18:00.
10-11	The Angkor Archaeological Park covers 400 square kilometres, so hire a car and driver to explore the site. Must-sees include Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Phrom, and Angkor Thom. Other places for your list are the Terrace of the Leper King, Baphuon, Srah Srang, Preah Ko (Sacred Bull), Baksei Chamkrong, Elephant Terrace, Pre Rup, East Mebon and Preah Khan. At the end of the day go to Phnom Bakheng for sunset.			Ask your hotel to help arrange a car and driver.
12	✈Siem Reap to Phnom Penh bus (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening	🏨IRoHa Garden (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time to see more temples, or any that you may have missed out on during days 10-11.			Continuing to Laos? Book your bus from Siem Reap to Don Det (4000 Islands) here (bus departs at 08:00).
13-14	✈Phnom Penh to Home (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening (next day)	Connect this Cambodia itinerary with the Thailand or Vietnam itinerary
	Take some culinary inspiration home with you on a food tour.
Budget
1	✈To Phnom Penh (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Evening	🏨Envoy Hostel (Book >)	See all hotels >
	You’ll arrive in the evening, so take some time to relax after the long flight.
3	Ease in to life in Cambodia with a gentle day of sightseeing in the capital. The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda are peaceful and magnificent buildings worthy of a couple of hours of your time. Next door is the National Museum of Cambodia, full of ancient Angkorian artefacts. End the day with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.			Get your eVisa for Cambodia online here.
4	🚌Phnom Penh to Kratie bus (Book >)	Dep: 09:30	Arr: 16:30	🏨Hotel River Dolphin (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive into Kratie in plenty of time to see the sun set over the Mekong on Koh Trong Island – the perfect start to a visit of this relaxing location.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
5	Kayak or cruise along the river to spot the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins. In the afternoon admire the Kratie’s French-era architecture and tour the temples in and around town.			Ensure your boatmen protect the dolphins by only using oars when near them.
6	🚌Kratie to Phnom Penh bus (Book >) 🚌Phnom Penh to Kep bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 15:00	Arr: 14:30 Arr: 18:30	🏨Khmer Hands Bungalows (Book >)	All hotels >
	A looong day of travel, rewarded with ending at the spectacular beaches of gorgeous Kep.			Try to book your bus in advance during busy periods.
7-8	Spend a couple of days (or more) on the beach. Take the 20-minute boat ride to tranquil Rabbit Island and, if you get bored of the sand, visit a pepper farm or the nearby Bokor Hill Station.			Ensure your boatmen protect the dolphins by only using oars when near them.
9	🚌Kep to Phnom Penh bus (Book >) 🚌Phnom Penh to Siem Reap bus (Book >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 11:30	Arr: 11:15 Arr: 17:30	🏨Lub d(Book >)	All hotels >
	Say goodbye to the beach and hello to another day of bus travel. But at the end of it you’ll be in bustling Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor Wat. Buy your multi-day ticket after 5pm and it will only count from the next day.			Miss the connection to Siem Reap? No problem, buses depart until 18:00.
10-11	Must-sees here include Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Phrom, and Angkor Thom. Other places for your list are the Terrace of the Leper King, Baphuon, Srah Srang, Preah Ko (Sacred Bull), Baksei Chamkrong, Elephant Terrace, Pre Rup, East Mebon and Preah Khan. At the end of the day go to Phnom Bakheng for sunset.			Hire a bicycle, take your time and enjoy sedate, peaceful journeys around the site. If you want to go further then a tuk-tuk can be good value (ask the hostel for advice).
12	✈Siem Reap to Phnom Penh flight (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening	🏨Envoy Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time to see more temples, or any that you may have missed out on during days 10-11.			Continuing to Laos? Book your bus from Siem Reap to Don Det (4000 Islands) here (bus departs at 08:00).
13-14	✈Phnom Penh to Home (Book >)	Dep: Evening	Arr: Evening (next day)	Connect this Cambodia itinerary with the Thailand or Vietnam itinerary
	Take some culinary inspiration home with you on a food tour.

🇲🇾MALAYSIA & BORNEO

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Pristine jungle, perfect beaches, breathtaking wildlife, ancient temples…Malaysia is amazing value for money. We’ve also added a trip to unmissable Borneo at the end, should you have the time to fully explore this country. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Malaysia & Borneo itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To Kuala Lumpur (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Evening	🏨The Majestic (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive early evening so take some time to relax after the long flight.
3	Admire the view from the Petronas Towers, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Chinatown, take a taxi to the fascinating Batu Caves, see the ornate Sultan Abdul Samad Building and pick up some souvenirs at Central Market.			It may be useful to know a few local words and phrases, especially in rural areas.
4	🚐Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Tembeling transfer ⛴️Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan boat (Book >)	Dep: 07:30 Dep: 11:30	Arr: 11:15 Arr: 13:30	🏨Mutiara Taman Negara (Book >)	All hotels >
	Go on a guided trek into the jungle.			Remember to bring insect repellent.
5	Take a longer guided hike in the jungle, making sure you incorporate the world’s longest canopy walk.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
6	🚌Kuala Tahan to Tanah Rata bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 15:30	🏨Cameron Highlands Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Sip fresh tea whilst overlooking the plantations from where your leaves were grown.			Temperatures drop to an average of 15C at night.
7	🚌Tanah Rata to Sungai Nibong bus (Book >) 🚕Sungai Nibong to Georgetown taxi	Dep: 14:30 Dep: 19:40	Arr: 19:36 Arr: 20:03	🏨The Edison (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy a serene walk through the forest before departing for Penang.			Taxis on Penang rarely have working metres (or so they claim) so be sure to check the price before leaving.
8-9	Climb up to Kek Lok Si temple, go on an audio-guided tour of the Tropical Spice Garden. Take a walking tour of Georgetown and don’t miss Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Chew Jetty or the Sun Yat Sen museum. Spend a few hours at a cookery class.			Ask your hotel to help arrange taxis – it may be best to stick with one operator for your whole stay.
10	⛴️Georgetown to Langkawi ferry (Book >)	Dep: 08:30	Arr: 11:35	🏨The Datai (Book >)	All hotels >
	Time to get acquainted with Langkawi’s famous beaches.			The ferry crossing can be rough – take motion sickness tablets if needed.
11-13	Spend your days relaxing by or in the sea. Your hotel’s beach offers one of the best snorkelling spots on the island. If you feel like a short trip then the 7 Wells waterfall is well worth a visit.			If you’re visiting in monsoon season then Pulau Payar Marine Park offers the best snorkelling visibility.
14	✈Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur flight ✈Kuala Lumpur to Kuching flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Cove 55 (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy some morning beach time.			Airport to hotel taxi ride should take 45 mins.
15-16	Explore the Sarawak River on a boat tour, see orangutans in their natural habitat, hike up Mount Santubong with a guide…there’s plenty to occupy your time here.			Umbrellas are perfect for dealing with the short bursts of rain here – much better than sweaty waterproofs.
17	✈Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Relax at your resort and plan out the next couple of days			Planning to climb Mt Kinabalu? Read these tips first.
18-19	So many things to do here! Explore the sea – above or below water, take a guided jungle hike, go white water rafting or on a more sedate river safari, visit the orangutans at Sepilok, hike in Kinabalu Park…you may need more time.			Laksa, claypot rice, beef noodle and Bak Kut The are just some of the delicious dishes to try here.
20-21	✈Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur flight (Book >) ✈Kuala Lumpur to Home	Dep: Morning Dep: Evening	Arr: Afternoon Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Malaysia & Borneo itinerary with the Thailand or Indonesia itinerary
	Book your transfer to the airport.
Mid-range
1	✈To Kuala Lumpur (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Evening	🏨Hotel Mov (Book >)	All hotels >
	You’ll arrive early evening so take some time to relax after the long flight.
3	Admire the view from the Petronas Towers, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Chinatown, take a taxi to the fascinating Batu Caves, see the ornate Sultan Abdul Samad Building and pick up some souvenirs at Central Market.			It may be useful to know a few local words and phrases, especially in rural areas.
4	🚐Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Tembeling transfer ⛴️Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan boat(Book >)	Dep: 08:30 Dep: 14:00	Arr: 12:00 Arr: 17:00	🏨Tebing Guesthouse (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy a sundowner on the banks of the river.			Remember to bring insect repellent.
5	Take a long hike in the jungle, making sure you incorporate the world’s longest canopy walk.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
6	🚌Kuala Tahan to Tanah Rata bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 15:30	🏨Cameron Highlands Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Sip fresh tea whilst overlooking the plantations from where your leaves were grown.			Temperatures drop to an average of 15C at night.
7	🚌Tanah Rata to Sungai Nibong bus (Book >) 🚕Sungai Nibong to Georgetown taxi	Dep: 14:30 Dep: 19:40	Arr: 19:36 Arr: 20:03	🏨Areca Penang (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy a serene walk through the forest before departing for Penang.			Taxis on Penang rarely have working metres (or so they claim) so be sure to check the price before leaving.
8-9	Climb up to Kek Lok Si temple, go on an audio-guided tour of the Tropical Spice Garden. Take a walking tour of Georgetown and don’t miss Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Chew Jetty or the Sun Yat Sen museum. Spend a few hours at a cookery class.			Ask your hotel to help arrange taxis – it may be best to stick with one operator for your whole stay.
10	⛴️Georgetown to Langkawi ferry (Book >)	Dep: 08:30	Arr: 11:35	🏨Berjaya Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Time to get acquainted with Langkawi’s famous beaches.			The ferry crossing can be rough – take motion sickness tablets if needed.
11-13	Spend your days relaxing by or in the sea. If you feel like a short trip then the 7 Wells waterfall is well worth a visit, or Pulau Payar Marine Park offers great snorkelling.			Taxis on the island are quite expensive and there is no public transport.
14	✈Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur flight ✈Kuala Lumpur to Kuching flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Imperial Riverbank (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy some morning beach time.			The Kuching hotel is a cheap 25-min taxi ride away from the airport.
15-16	Explore the Sarawak River on a boat tour, see orangutans in their natural habitat, wander around the bustling markets…there’s plenty to occupy your time here.			Umbrellas are perfect for dealing with the short bursts of rain here – much better than sweaty waterproofs.
17	✈Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Eden54 (Book >)	All hotels >
	Explore the city and bag a bargain at the handicraft market.			Planning to climb Mt Kinabalu? Read these tips first.
18-19	So many things to do here! Explore the sea – above or below water, take a guided jungle hike, go white water rafting or on a more sedate river safari, visit the orangutans at Sepilok, hike in Kinabalu Park…you may need more time.			Laksa, claypot rice, beef noodle and Bak Kut The are just some of the delicious dishes to try here.
20-21	✈Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur flight (Book >) ✈Kuala Lumpur to Home	Dep: Morning Dep: Evening	Arr: Afternoon Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Malaysia & Borneo itinerary with the Thailand or Indonesia itinerary
	Book your transfer to the airport.
Budget
1	✈To Kuala Lumpur (Book >)	Dep: Evening		🏨 In flight!
2			Arr: Evening	🏨Revopackers (Book >)	All hotels >
	The shuttle bus is one of the cheapest ways to get into town, book in advance here.
3	Admire the view from the Petronas Towers, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of Chinatown, take a taxi to the fascinating Batu Caves, see the ornate Sultan Abdul Samad Building and pick up some souvenirs at Central Market.			It may be useful to know a few local words and phrases, especially in rural areas.
4	🚐Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Tembeling transfer ⛴️Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan boat (Book >)	Dep: 08:30 Dep: 12:00	Arr: 14:00 Arr: 17:00	🏨WildLodge(Book >)	All hotels >
	Go on a guided trek into the jungle.			Remember to bring insect repellent.
5	Take a longer guided hike in the jungle, making sure you incorporate the world’s longest canopy walk.			Save the environment by using a filter water bottle.
6	🚌Kuala Tahan to Tanah Rata bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 15:30	🏨Sleepbox Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Sip fresh tea whilst overlooking the plantations from where your leaves were grown.			Temperatures drop to an average of 15C at night.
7	🚌Tanah Rata to Sungai Nibong bus (Book >) 🚌Sungai Nibong to Georgetown bus	Dep: 14:30 Dep: 19:45	Arr: 19:36 Arr: 20:15	🏨Ryokan Muntri Boutique (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy a serene walk through the forest before departing for Penang.			Buses to Georgetown depart from Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah street.
8-9	Climb up to Kek Lok Si temple, go on an audio-guided tour of the Tropical Spice Garden. Take a walking tour of Georgetown and don’t miss Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Chew Jetty or the Sun Yat Sen museum. Spend a few hours at a cookery class.			Penang has a good network of cheap buses. See here for the route network.
10	⛴️Georgetown to Langkawi ferry (Book >)	Dep: 08:30	Arr: 11:35	🏨Bed Attitude (Book >)	All hotels >
	Time to get acquainted with Langkawi’s famous beaches.			The ferry crossing can be rough – take motion sickness tablets if needed.
11-13	Spend your days relaxing by or in the sea. Your hotel’s beach offers one of the best snorkelling spots on the island. If you feel like a short trip then the 7 Wells waterfall is well worth a visit.			If you’re visiting in monsoon season then Pulau Payar Marine Park offers the best snorkelling visibility.
14	✈Langkawi to Kuala Lumpur flight ✈Kuala Lumpur to Kuching flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Borneo Seahare Guesthouse (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy some morning beach time.			Take bus 3A, 6, 8G or 9 to the city centre.
15-16	Explore the Sarawak River on a boat tour, see orangutans in their natural habitat, hike up Mount Santubong with a guide…there’s plenty to occupy your time here.			Umbrellas are perfect for dealing with the short bursts of rain here – much better than sweaty waterproofs.
17	✈Kuching to Kota Kinabalu flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨SKYPOD Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Explore the city and bag a bargain at the handicraft market.			Planning to climb Mt Kinabalu? Read these tips first.
18-19	So many things to do here! Explore the sea – above or below water, take a guided jungle hike, go white water rafting or on a more sedate river safari, visit the orangutans at Sepilok, hike in Kinabalu Park…you may need more time.			Laksa, claypot rice, beef noodle and Bak Kut The are just some of the delicious dishes to try here.
20-21	✈Kota Kinabalu to Kuala Lumpur flight (Book >) ✈Kuala Lumpur to Home	Dep: Morning Dep: Evening	Arr: Afternoon Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Malaysia & Borneo itinerary with the Thailand or Indonesia itinerary
	Book your transfer to the airport.

🇪🇨ECUADOR & GALAPAGOS

Reef sharks, Galapagos, Ecuador An amazing, varied journey through this small country that packs a punch. And, of course, any Ecuador itinerary just has to include the Galapagos. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Ecuador & Galapagos itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To Guayaquil (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Wyndham (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book your airport transfer
2	Stroll along the beautiful riverfront promenade “Malecon 2000”, admire the old buildings of Las Peñas			Guayaquil is hot and humid – stay hydrated!
3	🚄Guayaquil to Alausí train (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Afternoon	🏨El Molino hotel
	Embark on your all-inclusive train journey, starting on a restored steam locomotive. You’ll pass fruit plantations and then board a bus into the Andes.			Hotels are included in the price of your Tren Ecuador ticket.
4	🚄Alausí to Riobamba train	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Andaluza hotel
	New day, new train! You’ll ride the rails along the famous Devil’s Nose then return to Alausí for a colourful market. Another steam train pulls you to Colta and onwards through verdant fields where you may catch a glimpse of the immense Chimborazo volcano.			Wear layers – temperatures can vary greatly, especially when travelling through different altitudes.
5	🚄Riobamba to Latacunga train	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Cienega hotel
	Meet the inhabitants of La Moya then experience the beautiful Paramo ecosystem before travelling by train past Cotopaxi volcano.			Being so high up and close to the equator, a high SPF sunscreen is a must.
6	🚄Latacunga to Quito train	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Swissotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Today you’ll take a relaxed walk in Cotopaxi National Park before boarding the train to a traditional hacienda.			Take a good camera to make the most of the wildlife in the Park.
7-8	Take in the many sights of Quito’s Old Town. Ride on the cable car up Pichincha volcano. Enjoy a day trip to the nearby market in Otavalo.			Check that your Quito taxi is officially licensed before shutting the door.
9	✈Quito to Galapagos flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Angermeyer Waterfront Inn (Book >)	All hotels >
	Everywhere you go on these islands you’re reminded of how special they are. You’ll see seals, iguana and so much more.			Make sure you take eco-friendly sunscreen to help protect reefs and wildlife.
10-13	Embark on a cruise around the islands. Book here >			Smaller boats are better for disembarking on islands faster and seeing more wildlife.
14-15	✈Galapagos to Mainland flight (Book >) Ecuador to Home	Dep: Morning Dep: Evening	Arr: Afternoon Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Ecuador and Galapagos itinerary with the Peru itinerary
	You may wish to book an extra night in Quito or Guayaquil.
Mid-range
1	✈To Quito (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Hotsel Casa Montero (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book your airport transfer.
2-3	Take in the many sights of Quito’s Old Town. Ride on the cable car up Pichincha volcano. Enjoy a day trip to the nearby market in Otavalo.			Check that your Quito taxi is officially licensed before shutting the door.
4	🚌Quito to Tena bus🚌Tena to Misahuallí bus	Dep: 10:30Dep: 14:30	Arr: 14:00Arr: 15:15	🏨Misahuallí Amazon Lodge (Book >)	All hotels >
	Relax and meet the monkeys inhabiting Misahuallí’s square.			Sit on the right-hand side of the bus to Tena for the best views.
5	Catch a taxi from the square to the Jatun Sacha reserve. Borrow their harnesses and climb the tower (if you don’t mind heights) and stroll through the pristine forest.			Jatun Sacha is run by volunteers and costs $6 to enter. Additional donations are always welcome.
6	🚌Misahuallí to Tena bus 🚌Tena to Banos bus	Dep: 09:30Dep: 10:30	Arr: 10:15Arr: 14:30	🏨La Casa Verde (Book >)	All hotels >
	Take a hike into the hills, go white water rafting, bungee jump off a bridge, relax in the thermal waters…you may need an extra day!			You’ll need to buy a $1 swimming cap before entering into the public spa – vendors are just outside.
7	🚌Banos to Riobamba bus 🚌Riobamba to Alausi bus	Dep: 08:00Dep: 10:45	Arr: 10:00Arr: 12:55	🏨Noris Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Marvel at the amazing engineering along the Devil’s Nose railway (departs Alausi at 14:30).			Bus times can be unreliable in Ecuador, you may want to take an earlier bus from Banos.
8	🚌Alausi to Riobamba bus 🚌Riobamba to Guayaquil bus	Dep: 09:50 Dep: 12:00	Arr: 11:50Arr: 17:25	🏨Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport (Book >)	All hotels >
	Take a taxi to the Guayaquil Malecon 2000.			Get the hotel to book your taxi and arrange a time for it to take you back.
9	✈Guayaquil to Galapagos flight (Book >)	Dep: 10:20	Arr: 11:17	🏨Capitan Max B&B (Book >)	All hotels >
	Once you arrive at Puerto Ayora you’ll have the rest of the afternoon to explore nearby beaches and visit the tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station.			You’ll need to pay just under $10 for transport from the airport.
10	Book a tour to Pinzon Island and snorkel with amazing aquatic wildlife.			Booking all your ferries and tours with one agency can save money.
11	🛥️Puerto Ayora to Puerto Villamil ferry	Dep: 07:00	Arr: 09:30	🏨Casita de la Playa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Hire a bike and explore nearby beaches and tortoise sanctuaries. Get to the top of the Cerro Azul volcano if you’re feeling fit.			Take seasickness tables for the ferry and don’t sit on the rear seats – it gets wet!
12	Tour to Los Tuneles and see awesome landscapes and snorkel with even more awesome animals.			Wear an eco-friendly sunscreen to protect reef and animals.
13	🛥️Puerto Villamil to Santa Cruz ferry	Dep: 14:00	Arr: 16:00	🏨Capitan Max B&B (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time today to visit the many, varied sights around Puerto Villamil before returning to Puerto Ayora.			You may want to take your own snorkelling kit as there are some good spots near the towns to explore.
14	🛥️Santa Cruz to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno ferry	Dep: 07:00	Arr: 09:00	🏨Katarma Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Walk along the boardwalks of San Cristobal island, snorkel in the beaches near town, meet the hundreds of seals that flop up to town at night.			Go to the main town pier at night and watch the seals play and rays glide.
15	Boat tour to Kicker Rock where you have a good chance of snorkelling with sharks.			Makes sure your tour offers at least two opportunities to snorkel at Kicker Rock.
16-17	✈Galapagos to Quito flight (Book >)✈Quito to Home	Dep: MorningDep: Evening	Arr: AfternoonArr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Ecuador and Galapagos itinerary with the Peru itinerary
	Taxis to the airport cost under $2.
Budget
1	✈To Quito (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Masaya Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Buses depart every 15 mins to Rio Coca terminal and cost $2.
2-3	Take in the many sights of Quito’s Old Town. Ride on the cable car up Pichincha volcano. Enjoy a day trip to the nearby market in Otavalo.			Check that your Quito taxi is officially licensed before shutting the door.
4	🚌Quito to Tena bus 🚌Tena to Misahuallí bus	Dep: 10:30 Dep: 14:30	Arr: 14:00 Arr: 15:15	🏨Hostal El Paisano (Book >)	All hotels >
	Relax and meet the monkeys inhabiting Misahuallí’s square.			Sit on the right-hand side of the bus to Tena for the best views.
5	Catch a taxi from the square to the Jatun Sacha reserve. Borrow their harnesses and climb the tower (if you don’t mind heights) and stroll through the pristine forest.			Jatun Sacha is run by volunteers and costs $6 to enter. Additional donations are always welcome.
6	🚌Misahuallí to Tena bus 🚌Tena to Banos bus	Dep: 09:30 Dep: 10:30	Arr: 10:15 Arr: 14:30	🏨Balcon Del Cielo (Book >)	All hotels >
	Take a hike into the hills, go white water rafting, bungee jump off a bridge, relax in the thermal waters…you may need an extra day!			You’ll need to buy a $1 swimming cap before entering into the public spa – vendors are just outside.
7	🚌Banos to Riobamba bus 🚌Riobamba to Alausi bus	Dep: 08:00 Dep: 10:45	Arr: 10:00 Arr: 12:55	🏨Community Hostal (Book >)	All hotels >
	Marvel at the amazing engineering along the Devil’s Nose railway (departs Alausi at 14:30).			Bus times can be unreliable in Ecuador, you may want to take an earlier bus from Banos.
8	🚌Alausi to Riobamba bus 🚌Riobamba to Guayaquil bus	Dep: 09:50 Dep: 12:00	Arr: 11:50 Arr: 17:25	🏨DreamKapture Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Take a taxi to the Guayaquil Malecon 2000.			Ask the hostel to book your taxis.
9	✈Guayaquil to Galapagos flight (Book >)	Dep: 10:20	Arr: 11:17	🏨La Mirada Del Solitario George (Book >)	All hotels >
	Once you arrive at Puerto Ayora you’ll have the rest of the afternoon to explore nearby beaches and visit the tortoises at the Charles Darwin Research Station.			You’ll need to pay just under $10 for transport from the airport.
10	Book a tour to Pinzon Island and snorkel with amazing aquatic wildlife.			Booking all your ferries and tours with one agency can save money.
11	🛥️Puerto Ayora to Puerto Villamil ferry	Dep: 07:00	Arr: 09:30	🏨Hostal Villamil (Book >)	All hotels >
	Hire a bike and explore nearby beaches and tortoise sanctuaries. Get to the top of the Cerro Azul volcano if you’re feeling fit.			Take seasickness tables for the ferry and don’t sit on the rear seats – it gets wet!
12	Tour to Los Tuneles and see awesome landscapes and snorkel with even more awesome animals.			Wear an eco-friendly sunscreen to protect reef and animals.
13	🛥️Puerto Villamil to Santa Cruz ferry	Dep: 14:00	Arr: 16:00	🏨Capitan Max B&B (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time today to visit the many, varied sights around Puerto Villamil.			You may want to take your own snorkelling kit as there are some good spots near the towns to explore.
14	🛥️Santa Cruz to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno ferry	Dep: 07:00	Arr: 09:00	🏨Casa De Jeimy (Book >)	All hotels >
	Walk along the boardwalks of San Cristobal island, snorkel in the beaches near town, meet the hundreds of seals that flop up to town at night.			Go to the main town pier at night and watch the seals play and rays glide.
15	Boat tour to Kicker Rock where you have a good chance of snorkelling with sharks.			Makes sure your tour offers at least two opportunities to snorkel at Kicker Rock.
16-17	✈Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Quito flight (Book >) ✈Quito to Home	Dep: Morning Arr: Evening	Arr: Afternoon Arr: Morning (next day)	Connect this Ecuador and Galapagos itinerary with the Peru itinerary
	Taxis to the airport cost under $2.

🇧🇷BRAZIL

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil The best bits of Brazil with every detail you need. There’s jungle, lively cities, beautiful beaches and the spectacular Iguassu Falls. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Brazil itinerary:

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Luxury
1	✈To Salvador (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Aram Yami Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book your airport transfer
2	Take the Elevador Lacerda to Ladeira da Praça and explore the Old Town.			The Mercado Modelo arts and crafts market closes early on Sundays.
3	✈Salvador to Manaus flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Villa Amazônia (Book >)	All hotels >
	Find a praia (beach) which suits you and relax before heading to the airport.			Praia do Porto da Barra is safe for swimming.
4-5	⛴️Manaus to Amazon ferry (Book >)	Dep: 08:30		🏨Jungle lodge (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book a 3-day tour into the depths of the Amazon.			Because of the PH levels in the Rio Negro there are far fewer mosquitoes along this river.
6	⛴️Amazon to Manaus ferry		Arr: 17:00	🏨Villa Amazônia (Book >)	All hotels >
	Final day in the jungle. The lodge is 3hrs by road then 45 mins by boat.			Book a taxi to the airport with your hostel.
7	✈Manaus to Rio flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Belmond Copacabana Palace (Book >)	All hotels >
	Marvel at the jungle city of Manaus. Be sure to visit the grand opera house.			A taxi from the airport should cost about R$55.
8-9	Take the cog train up to the Christ the Redeemer statue, ride the cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain, enjoy the nightlife in Lapa, explore the colonial buildings in nearby neighbourhoods and, of course, experience the beach in front of your hotel.			Sit on the right-hand side of the Corcovado Mountain cog train for the best views.
10-11	🚌Rio to Angra dos Reis bus ⛴️Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande ferry (Book >)	Dep: 06:15 Dep: 10:00	Arr: 09:15 Arr: 10:50	🏨Sagu Mini Resort (Book >)	All hotels >
	Vila do Abraão beach is often crowded and so grab some water and head off on one of the many hiking trails to somewhere more secluded.			Vehicles are prohibited on the island.
12-13	⛴️Ilha Grande to Angra dos Reis ferry 🚌Angra dos Reis to Paraty bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 13:00	🏨Casa Turqesa (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy the beaches along the nearby Ponta do Juatinga peninsula.			Take a break from the sun and visit the town’s churches (Santa Rita has a fascinating Museum of Sacred Art).
14	🚌Paraty to Sao Paulo bus (Book >)	Dep: 13:40	Arr: 19:20	🏨Hotel Fasano (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time this morning to enjoy this colonial town or the beautiful beaches nearby.			Take Metro L1 from Sao Paulo Tiete bus station to Metro Paraiso, change to L2 for Trianon-Masp.
15	✈Sao Paulo to Foz do Iguazu flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Belmond Hotel das Cataratas (Book >)	All hotels >
	Visit Sao Paulo’s Paulista Avenua and, if time, the MASP art museum.			A taxi from the airport should cost about R$55.
16	Take a bus or taxi to the park entrance and explore the trails. The Cascadas Trail will take you to the falls.			Add an extra day if you wish to see the falls from the Argentinian side.
17	✈Foz do Iguazu to Home (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	Connect this Brazil itinerary with the Argentina, Northern Chile or Southern Chile itinerary
	Book your transfer to the airport.
Mid-range
1	✈To Salvador (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Mar Brasil Hotel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book your airport transfer
2	Take the Elevador Lacerda to Ladeira da Praça and explore the Old Town.			The Mercado Modelo arts and crafts market closes early on Sundays.
3	✈Salvador to Manaus flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Hotel Intercity (Book >)	All hotels >
	Find a praia (beach) which suits you and relax before heading to the airport.			Praia do Porto da Barra is safe for swimming.
4-5	⛴️Manaus to Amazon ferry (Book >)	Dep: 08:30		🏨Jungle lodge (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book a 3-day tour into the depths of the Amazon.			Because of the PH levels in the Rio Negro there are far fewer mosquitoes along this river.
6	⛴️Amazon to Manaus ferry		Arr: 17:00	🏨Hotel Intercity (Book >)	All hotels >
	Final day in the jungle. The lodge is 3hrs by road then 45 mins by boat.			Book a taxi to the airport with your hostel.
7	✈Manaus to Rio flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Ipanema Inn (Book >)	All hotels >
	Marvel at the jungle city of Manaus. Be sure to visit the grand opera house.			A taxi from the airport should cost about R$55.
8-9	Take the cog train up to the Christ the Redeemer statue, ride the cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain, enjoy the nightlife in Lapa, explore the colonial buildings in your neighbourhood and, of course, hit the beaches.			Sit on the right-hand side of the Corcovado Mountain cog train for the best views.
10-11	🚌Rio to Angra dos Reis bus ⛴️Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande ferry (Book >)	Dep: 06:15 Dep: 10:00	Arr: 09:15 Arr: 10:50	🏨Pousada Portal do Sol (Book >)	All hotels >
	Vila do Abraão beach is often crowded and so grab some water and head off on one of the many hiking trails to somewhere more secluded.			Vehicles are prohibited on the island.
12-13	⛴️Ilha Grande to Angra dos Reis ferry 🚌Angra dos Reis to Paraty bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 13:00	🏨Pousada do Ouro (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy the beaches along the nearby Ponta do Juatinga peninsula.			Take a break from the sun and visit the town’s churches (Santa Rita has a fascinating Museum of Sacred Art).
14	🚌Paraty to Sao Paulo bus (Book >)	Dep: 13:40	Arr: 19:20	🏨Royal Jardins (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time this morning to enjoy this colonial town or the beautiful beaches nearby.			Take Metro L1 from Sao Paulo Tiete bus station to Metro Paraiso, change to L2 for Trianon-Masp.
15	✈Sao Paulo to Foz do Iguazu flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Che Lagarto Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Visit Sao Paulo’s Paulista Avenua and, if time, the MASP art museum.			A taxi from the airport should cost about R$55.
16	Take a bus or taxi to the park entrance and explore the trails. The Cascadas Trail will take you to the falls.			Add an extra day if you wish to see the falls from the Argentinian side.
17	✈Foz do Iguazu to Home (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	Connect this Brazil itinerary with the Argentina, Northern Chile or Southern Chile itinerary
	Book your transfer to the airport.
Budget
1	✈To Salvador (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	🏨Bahiacafe (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book your airport transfer
2	Take the Elevador Lacerda to Ladeira da Praça and explore the Old Town.			The Mercado Modelo arts and crafts market closes early on Sundays.
3	✈Salvador to Manaus flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Local Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Find a praia (beach) which suits you and relax before heading to the airport.			Praia do Porto da Barra is safe for swimming.
4-5	⛴️Manaus to Amazon ferry (Book >)	Dep: 08:30		🏨Jungle lodge (Book >)	All hotels >
	Book a 3-day tour into the depths of the Amazon.			Because of the PH levels in the Rio Negro there are far fewer mosquitoes along this river.
6	⛴️Amazon to Manaus ferry		Arr: 17:00	🏨Local Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Final day in the jungle. The lodge is 3hrs by road then 45 mins by boat.			Book a taxi to the airport with your hostel.
7	✈Manaus to Rio flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Evening	🏨Villa 25 (Book >)	All hotels >
	Marvel at the jungle city of Manaus. Be sure to visit the grand opera house.			A taxi from the airport should cost about R$55.
8-9	Take the cog train up to the Christ the Redeemer statue, ride the cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain, enjoy the nightlife in Lapa, explore the colonial buildings in your neighbourhood and, of course, hit the beaches.			Sit on the right-hand side of the Corcovado Mountain cog train for the best views.
10-11	🚌Rio to Angra dos Reis bus ⛴️Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande ferry (Book >)	Dep: 06:15 Dep: 10:00	Arr: 09:15 Arr: 10:50	🏨Biergarten Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Vila do Abraão beach is often crowded and so grab some water and head off on one of the many hiking trails to somewhere more secluded.			Vehicles are prohibited on the island.
12-13	⛴️Ilha Grande to Angra dos Reis ferry 🚌Angra dos Reis to Paraty bus (Book >)	Dep: 10:00	Arr: 13:00	🏨Pousada Casa do Rio (Book >)	All hotels >
	Enjoy the beaches along the nearby Ponta do Juatinga peninsula.			Take a break from the sun and visit the town’s churches (Santa Rita has a fascinating Museum of Sacred Art).
14	🚌Paraty to Sao Paulo bus (Book >)	Dep: 13:40	Arr: 19:20	🏨Sao Paulo Lodge (Book >)	All hotels >
	More time this morning to enjoy this colonial town or the beautiful beaches nearby.			Take Metro L1 from Sao Paulo Tiete bus station to Metro Paraiso, change to L2 for Trianon-Masp.
15	✈Sao Paulo to Foz do Iguazu flight (Book >)	Dep: Afternoon	Arr: Afternoon	🏨Che Lagarto Hostel (Book >)	All hotels >
	Visit Sao Paulo’s Paulista Avenua and, if time, the MASP art museum.			Take bus 120 into the city.
16	Take a bus or taxi to the park entrance and explore the trails. The Cascadas Trail will take you to the falls.			Add an extra day if you wish to see the falls from the Argentinian side.
17	✈Foz do Iguazu to Home (Book >)	Dep: Morning	Arr: Evening	Connect this Brazil itinerary with the Argentina, Northern Chile or Southern Chile itinerary
	Bus to the airport takes about 30 mins.