Seven Countries one must visit in South East Asia
From the hustling and bustling streets of Bangkok to the beautiful heritage of Cambodia; from the serene beaches of Indonesia to the skyscrapers of Singapore; South East Asia has a plethora of experiences for every kind of traveller – be it a friends group or a family trip. The region has something for all the travellers. The variety is huge; even you can find reasonable stays in Vietnam or Cambodia; South East Asia too offers luxurious stays in Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia. Let’s explore major seven destinations to be explored in South East Asia –
1. Indonesia
Spread over more than 17,000 islands, Indonesia boasts of the world’s largest archipelago. Bali is the most famous place among the travellers and specially for the honeymooners. With its serene beaches, endless coastline, impressive temples, waterfalls and retreats and volcanoes, Indonesia is the ideal place to be explored in South East Asia.
2. Thailand
Whenever you think about South East Asia, then first place comes in mind is Thailand, which seems like everyone’s favourite place. Beaches, monasteries, night markets, shopping and cuisine, islands, pub hopping – you name anything and Thailand has it all. Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi Islands, Koh Samui, Pattaya, Chiang Mai are some of the frequently visited places by the tourists. Thailand has something for everyone.
3. Vietnam
Known for its peaceful and serene beauty, Vietnam offers a lot to be explored by a tourist. From floating markets to paddy fields, the experience is simply unmatched. Its culture, history (war-torn), national park, cuisines are the reasons to explore places like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Halong Bay, and lots more. It’s a timeless charm and one should experience it once in a while, specially when it is a very pocket-friendly country.
4. Singapore
The one word for this is “Spirit of Modern Asia” and this one can easily sense even when stepped into the marvellous and gigantic airport of Singapore. The journey begins from here only. Singapore is a complete package of entertainment, fun and surprises. Though it is expensive, it is worth to explore Sentosa Island, Merlion Singapore Zoo, Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Night Markets and nightlife at Clarke Quay. And there is a “Little India” to explore the essence of India (if you deprived of it!!). Singapore is indeed one of the most visiting places by the tourists and for many reasons.
5. Malaysia
As its tagline says – Malaysia, Truly Asia; it is indeed. Bustling towns, modern cities, colonial buildings, Buddhist experiences along with amusement parks, make it an ideal travel destination. It has wildlife, islands, mountains, rainforest and whole gamut of culinary delights. Malaysia is very close to Singapore and it is ideal to make a combo trip to these two destinations. GTK Travels has such combo packages available.
6. Philippines
Philippines is again one of the famous places to be explored in South East Asia region due to its rich biodiversity. Philippines is the paradise for nature, wildlife and adventure lovers. Its crystal clear seas along with mountainous islands, offers opportunities for snorkelling and scuba diving. Major tourist attractions include Boracay island, the mesmerizing El Nido in Palawan island, and Banaue Rice Terraces. Philippines is too reasonable for the pocket to travel.
7. Cambodia
Home to the famous Angkor Wat, Cambodia is a country full of history. The country is really flourishing as a tourism destination now and it is one of the unexplored places which one should explore. The experience of sunset and surise at Angkor Wat is really panoramic and a must capture in your camera. Apart from culture, history and beauty; Cambodia boasts of famous Phnom Penh and innumerable authentic restaurants serving delicious cuisines.
Here we bring to you glimpse of some of the major travel destinations in South East Asia. Hope this entice you to pack your bags for your next trip to South East Asia. GTK Travels offers attractive packages for all the above mentioned destinations with some exciting inclusions. Keep following us for more details or contact us at… We are at your assistance to make your holidays memorable.