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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 travel plan:

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Luxury
1 ✈To Yogyakarta (Book >) Dep: Morning 🏨 In flight!
2 Arr: Morning 🏨The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚕Probolinggo to Cemoro Lawang		 Dep: 15:27
Dep: 18:15		 Arr: 18:14
Arr: 19:15		 🏨Bromo Terrace (Book >) See 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
🚄Probolinggo to Banyuwangi
(Book >)
⛴️Banyuwangi (Ketapang) to Gilimanuk (Book >)
🚕Gilimanuk to Pemuteran		 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 >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 12:00 Arr: 15:00 🏨Volcano Terrace Bali (Book >) See 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 Dep: 10:00 Arr: 11:30 🏨The Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah (Book >) See 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
⛴️Padangbai to Lembar
🚐Lembar to Mataram (Book >)		 Dep: 07:00
Dep: 08:30
Dep: 11:00		 Arr: 08:00
Arr: 10:35
Arr: 11:45		 🏨Hotel Oberoi Lombok (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈Lombok to Denpasar (Book >)		 Dep: 13:00
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 15:00
Arr: Evening		 🏨The Samaya Seminyak Bali (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Indonesia itinerary? Leave your feedback below
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 >) See 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. 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 (Book >)
🚌Probolinggo bus station to Cemoro Lawang		 Dep: 09:00
Dep: 11:30		 Arr: 10:56
Arr: 13:30		 🏨Bromo Terrace (Book >) See 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
(Book >)
⛴️Banyuwangi (Ketapang) to Gilimanuk (Book >)
🚕Gilimanuk to Pemuteran		 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 >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 11:00 Arr: 15:30 🏨Volcano Terrace Bali (Book >) See 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 Dep: 09:30 Arr: 11:30 🏨The Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah (Book >) See 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
⛴️Padangbai to Lembar
🚐Lembar to Senggigi (Book >)		 Dep: 07:00
Dep: 08:30
Dep: 11:00		 Arr: 08:00
Arr: 10:35
Arr: 12:00		 🏨Puri Mas Boutique(Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈Lombok to Denpasar (Book >)		 Dep: 10:00
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 10:30
Arr: Afternoon		 🏨Villa Bali Asri Batubelig (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Indonesia itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Soak up the sun before returning home.
Budget
1 ✈To Yogyakarta (Book >) Dep: Morning 🏨 In flight!
2 Arr: Morning 🏨Snooze Guesthouse (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 09:56 Arr: 15:27 🏨Krowi Inn (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Probolinggo bus station to Cemoro Lawang		 Dep: 09:00
Dep: 11:30		 Arr: 10:56
Arr: 13:30		 🏨Cafe Lava Hostel (Book >) See 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
(Book >)
⛴️Banyuwangi (Ketapang) to Gilimanuk (Book >)
🚌Gilimanuk to Pemuteran		 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 >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 11:00 Arr: 15:30 🏨BlackLava Hostel (Book >) See 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 Dep: 09:30 Arr: 11:30 🏨Green Paddy Hostel Villa (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
⛴️Padangbai to Lembar (Book >)
🚌Lembar to
Kuta Lombok		 Dep: 07:00
Dep: 08:30
Dep: 11:30		 Arr: 08:00
Arr: 10:35
Arr: 13:00		 🏨Pipes Hostel (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈Lombok to Denpasar (Book >)		 Dep: 10:00
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 10:30
Arr: Afternoon		 🏨Pudak Sari Unizou Hostel (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Indonesia itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Soak up the sun before returning home.
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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 travel plan:

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Luxury
1 ✈To San Jose (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Evening 🏨Barceló San José (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Afternoon 🏨Hotel Manatus Lodge (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 12:00 Arr: 17:00 🏨Hotel Nayara Spa & Gardens (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 Arr: 11:30 🏨Hotel Belmar (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 09:30 Arr: 13:30 🏨Hotel Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈Liberia to San Jose (Book >)
✈San Jose to Home (Book >)		 Dep: 08:00
Dep: Morning
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 08:45
Morning
Arr: Afternoon (next day)		 What did you think of this Costa Rica itinerary? Leave your feedback below
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 >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Afternoon 🏨Hotel Manatus Lodge (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 12:00 Arr: 17:00 🏨Hotel El Silencio del Campo (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 Arr: 11:30 🏨Casa Batsu (Book >) See 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(Book >) Dep: 09:00 Arr: 12:30 🏨Tamarindo Bay Boutique (Book >) See all hotels >
As well as having a beautiful beach, Tamarindo is also a pretty town with excellent resaurants. 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 (Book >)
✈Liberia to San Jose (Book >)
✈San Jose to Home (Book >)		 Dep: 07:00
Dep: Morning
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 09:00
Morning
Arr: Afternoon (next day)		 What did you think of this Costa Rica itinerary? Leave your feedback below
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 >) See 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
🚌Cariari to La Pavona
⛴️La Pavona to Toruguero		 Dep: 09:00
Dep: 15:00
Dep: 16:30		 Arr: 12:00
Arr: 16:15
Arr: 17:45		 🏨Aracari Garden Hostel (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 12:00 Arr: 17:00 🏨Howler Monkey Hostel (Book >) See 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
🚌Tilarán to Santa Elena (Info >)		 Dep: 07:30
Dep: 12:30		 Arr: 11:00
Arr: 15:00		 🏨OutBox Inn (Book >) See 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 (Info >)
⛴️Puntarenas to Paquera (Info >)
🚌Paquera to Montezuma (Info >)		 Dep: 06:00
Dep: 11:00
Dep: 14:00		 Arr: 09:30
Arr: 12:10
Arr: 16:00		 🏨Proyecto Montezuma Hostel (Book >) See 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 (Info >)
⛴️Paquera to Puntarenas (Info >)
🚌Puntarenas to San Jose (Info >)		 Dep: 12:00
Dep: 14:00
Dep: 16:00		 Arr: 14:00
Arr: 15:15
Arr: 17:30		 🏨Hostel Urbano (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Costa Rica itinerary? Leave your feedback below
An exit tax is applied to many airline tickets (check the list here).

FIJI & SAMOA

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 travel plan:

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Luxury
1 ✈To Nadi (Book >) Dep: Evening 🏨 In flight!
2-3 Arr: Morning 🏨Radisson Blu Resort Fiji Denarau Island (Book >) See 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 (Hire car >) Dep: 12:00 Arr: 13:00 🏨InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa (Book >) See 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 filter water bottle.
8 🚗Natadola Bay to Pacific Harbour Dep: 09:00 Arr: 11:00 🏨Nanuku Resort & Spa (Book >) See 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
✈Nadi to Apia (Book >)		 Dep: 09:00
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 11:30
Arr: Afternoon		 🏨Seabreeze Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚁Nadi to Mamanuca Islands (Book >)		 Dep: Afternoon
Dep: Evening		 Arr: Evening
Arr: 10 mins later		 🏨Likuliku Lagoon Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈Nadi to Home (Book >)		 Dep: Afternoon
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 10 mins later
Arr: Morning (next day)		 What did you think of this Fiji & Samoa itinerary? Leave your feedback below
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 >) See 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  (Info >) Dep: 13:00 Arr: 14:45 🏨Hotel Bedarra Beach Inn (Book >) See 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 filter water bottle.
8 🚌Korotogo to Suva (Info >) Dep: 10:45 Arr: 13:00 🏨Grand Pacific (Book >) See 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 (Info >)
✈Nadi to Apia (Book >)		 Dep: 06:45
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 11:05
Arr: Afternoon		 🏨Aga Reef Resort And Spa (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Afternoon Arr: Evening 🏨Ramada Suites Wailoaloa Beach  (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 15:00 Arr: 16:00 🏨Sheraton Resort & Spa Tokoriki Island (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈Nadi to Home (Book >)		 Dep: 10:15
Dep: Afternoon		 Arr: 12:00
Arr: Morning (next day)		 What did you think of this Fiji & Samoa itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Pay to enter the well-rated Fiji Airways Premier Lounge.
Budget (Fiji only)
1 ✈To Nadi (Book >) Dep: Evening 🏨 In flight!
2-3 Arr: Morning 🏨Travellers Beach Resort (Book >) See 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 (Info >) Dep: 10:25 Arr: 13:15 🏨The Beachhouse  (Book >) See 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 filter water bottle.
8 🚌Korolevu to Suva
🚌Suva to Pacific Harbour (Info >)		 Dep: 10:05
Dep: 16:30		 Arr: 11:20
Arr: 17:50		 🏨Uprising Beach Resort (Book >) See 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 (Info >) Dep: 16:05 Arr: 19:15 🏨Travellers Beach Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 Arr: 11:00 🏨Octopus Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 15:15 Arr: 17:45 🏨Travellers Beach Resort (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Fiji itinerary? Leave your feedback below
You can also fly low-cost to Australia.

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 travel plan:

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Luxury
1 ✈To Phnom Penh (Book >) Dep: Evening 🏨 In flight!
2 Arr: Evening 🏨La Rose Suites (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 (Book >) Dep: 09:30 Arr: 16:30 🏨Rajabori Villas (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Phnom Penh to Kep
(Book >)		 Dep: 07:30
Dep: 15:00		 Arr: 14:30
Arr: 18:30		 🏨Knai Bang Chatt Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
(Book >)		 Dep: 07:30Dep: 11:30 Arr: 11:15Arr: 17:30 🏨Shinta Mani Angkor (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Evening Arr: Evening 🏨La Rose Suites (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Cambodia itinerary? Leave your feedback below
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 >) 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 (Book >) Dep: 09:30 Arr: 16:30 🏨Rajabori Villas (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Phnom Penh to Kep
(Book >)		 Dep: 07:30
Dep: 15:00		 Arr: 14:30
Arr: 18:30		 🏨Samanea Beach (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
(Book >)		 Dep: 07:30Dep: 11:30 Arr: 11:15Arr: 17:30 🏨Golden Temple (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Evening Arr: Evening 🏨IRoHa Garden (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Cambodia itinerary? Leave your feedback below
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 (Book >) Dep: 09:30 Arr: 16:30 🏨Hotel River Dolphin (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Phnom Penh to Kep
(Book >)		 Dep: 07:30
Dep: 15:00		 Arr: 14:30
Arr: 18:30		 🏨Khmer Hands Bungalows (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
(Book >)		 Dep: 07:30Dep: 11:30 Arr: 11:15Arr: 17:30 🏨Lub d(Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Evening Arr: Evening 🏨Envoy Hostel (Book >) See 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) What did you think of this Cambodia itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Take some culinary inspiration home with you on a food tour.

MALAYSIA & BORNEO

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 Thailand travel plan:

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Luxury
1 ✈To Kuala Lumpur(Book >) Dep: Evening 🏨 In flight!
2 Arr: Evening 🏨The Majestic (Book >) See 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
⛴️Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan (Book >)		 Dep: 07:30
Dep: 11:30		 Arr: 11:15
Arr: 13:30		 🏨Mutiara Taman Negara (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 10:00 Arr: 15:30 🏨Cameron Highlands Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚕Sungai Nibong to
Georgetown		 Dep: 14:30

Dep: 19:40

 Arr: 19:36

Arr: 20:03

 🏨The Edison (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 Arr: 11:35 🏨The Datai (Book >) See 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
✈Kuala Lumpur to Kuching (Book >)		 Dep: Afternoon Arr: Evening 🏨Cove 55 (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Afternoon Arr: Afternoon 🏨Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈]Kuala Lumpur to Home		 Dep: Morning
Dep: Evening		 Arr: Afternoon
Arr: Morning (next day)		 What did you think of this Malaysia & Borneo itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Book your transfer to the airport.
Mid-range
1 ✈To Kuala Lumpur(Book >) Dep: Evening 🏨 In flight!
2 Arr: Evening 🏨Hotel Mov (Book >) See 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
⛴️Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan (Book >)		 Dep: 08:30
Dep: 14:00		 Arr: 12:00
Arr: 17:00		 🏨Tebing Guesthouse (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 10:00 Arr: 15:30 🏨Cameron Highlands Resort (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚕Sungai Nibong to
Georgetown		 Dep: 14:30

Dep: 19:40

 Arr: 19:36

Arr: 20:03

 🏨Areca Penang (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 Arr: 11:35 🏨Berjaya Resort (Book >) See 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
✈Kuala Lumpur to Kuching (Book >)		 Dep: Afternoon Arr: Evening 🏨Imperial Riverbank (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Afternoon Arr: Afternoon 🏨Eden54 (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈]Kuala Lumpur to Home		 Dep: Morning
Dep: Evening		 Arr: Afternoon
Arr: Morning (next day)		 What did you think of this Malaysia & Borneo itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Book your transfer to the airport.
Budget
1 ✈To Kuala Lumpur(Book >) Dep: Evening 🏨 In flight!
2 Arr: Evening 🏨Revopackers (Book >) See 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
⛴️Kuala Tembeling to Kuala Tahan (Book >)		 Dep: 08:30
Dep: 12:00		 Arr: 14:00
Arr: 17:00		 🏨WildLodge(Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 10:00 Arr: 15:30 🏨Sleepbox Hotel (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
🚌Sungai Nibong to
Georgetown		 Dep: 14:30

Dep: 19:45

 Arr: 19:36

Arr: 20:15

 🏨Ryokan Muntri Boutique (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 Arr: 11:35 🏨Bed Attitude (Book >) See 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
✈Kuala Lumpur to Kuching (Book >)		 Dep: Afternoon Arr: Evening 🏨Borneo Seahare Guesthouse (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Afternoon Arr: Afternoon 🏨SKYPOD Hostel (Book >) See 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 (Book >)
✈]Kuala Lumpur to Home		 Dep: Morning
Dep: Evening		 Arr: Afternoon
Arr: Morning (next day)		 What did you think of this Malaysia & Borneo itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Book your transfer to the airport.

ECUADOR & GALAPAGOS

An amazing, varied journey through this small country that packs a punch. Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget. Here’s your Ecuador & Galapagos travel plan:

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Luxury
1 ✈To Guayaquil (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Afternoon 🏨Wyndham (Book >) See all hotels >
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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 (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 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 verdab=nt 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 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 Dep: Morning Arr: Evening 🏨Swissotel (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: Afternoon Arr: Afternoon 🏨Angermeyer Waterfront Inn (Book >) See 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 ✈Galapagos to Mainland (Book >)
Ecuador to Home		 Dep: Morning
Evening		 Arr: Afternoon
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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 >) See 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

🚌Tena to Misahuallí

 Dep: 10:30

14:30

 Arr: 14:00

15:15

 🏨Misahuallí Amazon Lodge (Book >) See 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
🚌Tena to Banos		 Dep: 09:30

10:30

 Arr:

10:15

14:30

 🏨La Casa Verde (Book >) See 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

🚌Riobamba to Alausi

 Dep:

08:00

10:45

 Arr: 10:00

12:55

 🏨Noris Hotel (Book >) See 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

🚌Riobamba to Guayaquil

 Dep:

09:50

12:00

 Arr:

11:50

17:25

 🏨Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport (Book >) See 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(Book >) Dep: 10:20 Arr: 11:17 🏨Capitan Max B&B

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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 Dep: 07:00 Arr: 09:30 🏨Casita de la Playa (Book >) See 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 Dep: 14:00 Arr: 16:00 🏨Capitan Max B&B

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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  Dep: 07:00 Arr: 09:00 🏨Capitan Max B&B

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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 ✈Galapagos to Quito (Book >)

✈Quito to Home

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Evening

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Taxis to the airport cost under $2.
Budget
1 ✈To Quito (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Afternoon 🏨Masaya Hostel (Book >) See 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
🚌Tena to Misahuallí		 Dep: 10:30
14:30		 Arr: 14:00
15:15		 🏨Hostal El Paisano (Book >) See 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
🚌Tena to Banos		 Dep: 09:30
10:30		 Arr:
10:15
14:30		 🏨Balcon Del Cielo (Book >) See 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
🚌Riobamba to Alausi		 Dep:
08:00
10:45		 Arr: 10:00
12:55		 🏨Community Hostal (Book >) See 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
🚌Riobamba to Guayaquil		 Dep:
09:50
12:00		 Arr:
11:50
17:25		 🏨DreamKapture Hostel (Book >) See all hotels >
Take a taxi to the Guayaquil Malecon 2000 Ask the hostel to book your taxis.
9 ✈Guayaquil to Galapagos (Book >) Dep: 10:20 Arr: 11:17 🏨La Mirada Del Solitario George
(Book >)		 See 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 Dep: 07:00 Arr: 09:30 🏨Hostal Villamil (Book >) See 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 Dep: 14:00 Arr: 16:00 🏨Capitan Max B&B
(Book >)		 See 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 Dep: 07:00 Arr: 09:00 🏨Casa De Jeimy
(Book >)		 See 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 ✈Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Quito (Book >)
✈Quito to Home		 Dep: Morning
Evening		 Arr: Afternoon
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Taxis to the airport cost under $2.

BRAZIL

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Luxury
1 ✈To Salvador (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Evening 🏨Aram Yami Hotel  (Book >) See all hotels >
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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(Book >) Dep: 16:45 Arr: 21:30 🏨Villa Amazônia (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 🏨Jungle lodge (Book >) See 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 Arr: 17:00 🏨Villa Amazônia (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 15:25 Arr: 20:25 🏨Belmond Copacabana Palace  (Book >) See 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
⛴️Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande(Book >)		 Dep: 06:15

Dep: 10:00

 Arr: 09:15

Arr: 10:50

 🏨Sagu Mini Resort (Book >) See 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
🚌Angra dos Reis to Paraty (Book >)		 Dep: 10:00 Arr: 13:00 🏨Casa Turqesa (Book >) See 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  (Book >) Dep: 13:40 Arr: 19:20 🏨Hotel Fasano(Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 16:10 Arr: 17:40 🏨Belmond Hotel das Cataratas (Book >) See 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 What did you think of this Brazil itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Book your transfer to the airport.
Mid-range
1 ✈To Salvador (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Evening 🏨Mar Brasil Hotel (Book >) See all hotels >
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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 (Book >) Dep: 16:45 Arr: 21:30 🏨Hotel Intercity (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 🏨Jungle lodge (Book >) See 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 Arr: 17:00 🏨Hotel Intercity (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 15:25 Arr: 20:25 🏨Ipanema Inn (Book >) See 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
⛴️Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande(Book >)		 Dep: 06:15

Dep: 10:00

 Arr: 09:15

Arr: 10:50

 🏨Pousada Portal do Sol
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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
🚌Angra dos Reis to Paraty (Book >)		 Dep: 10:00 Arr: 13:00 🏨Pousada do Ouro (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 13:40 Arr: 19:20 🏨Royal Jardins (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 16:10 Arr: 17:40 🏨Che Lagarto Hostel (Book >) See 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 What did you think of this Brazil itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Book your transfer to the airport.
Budget
1 ✈To Salvador (Book >) Dep: Morning Arr: Evening 🏨Bahiacafe (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 16:45 Arr: 21:30 🏨Local Hostel (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 08:30 🏨Jungle lodge (Book >) See 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 Arr: 17:00 🏨Local Hostel (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 15:25 Arr: 20:25 🏨Villa 25 (Book >) See 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
⛴️Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande(Book >)		 Dep: 06:15

Dep: 10:00

 Arr: 09:15

Arr: 10:50

 🏨Biergarten Hostel (Book >) See 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
🚌Angra dos Reis to Paraty (Book >)		 Dep: 10:00 Arr: 13:00 🏨Pousada Casa do Rio (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 13:40 Arr: 19:20 🏨Sao Paulo Lodge (Book >) See 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 (Book >) Dep: 16:10 Arr: 17:40 🏨Che Lagarto Hostel (Book >) See 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 What did you think of this Brazil itinerary? Leave your feedback below
Bus to the airport takes about 30 mins.