Itinerary

Arrive at any time and welcome to Thailand's famous capital - Bangkok! This evening, the famous Khao San Road is on the itinerary for your first night out. Explore this buzzing traveller hub with your CEO and check out the lively bars and dance parties that line the street. Grab a Thai beer or tea and connect with your fellow travellers. Don't forget to sample local delicacies, and try a deep fried scorpion if you dare! If you'd like, get here early to get in some sightseeing. It's best to travel around by water taxi, since the streets are so crowded. We recommend Chao Phraya River for its excellent views.

Get on first-name basis with Thailand's capital city by bike with an optional bike tour. Today, you can check out Wat Pho and the Grand Palace, go for a street food crawl, relax with a Thai massage, or explore the klongs (canals) by boat before boarding the overnight train.

See southern Thai hospitality in action with breakfast at G Adventures-supported Khao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Restaurant, where you can also meet other international visitors. Later on, enjoy free time. Opt to go to Lake Cheow Lan where you can take in the views while hiking or swimming in the national park. Spend tonight falling asleep to the sweet sounds of the jungle. This area is known for its natural beauty. You know what that means: lots of chances for photos.

Your next stop is just a ferry ride away. Today, explore Ko Samui Island's beauty by catching the sunset at Chaweng Beach before eating your weight in street food at the night market. For your big night out, head to a popular beach bar, celebrate life-changing adventures, and dance the night away.

Gear up for a long day of travel. Ferry back to the mainland and continue by private vehicle to cross the border into Malaysia and on to George Town, Penang.

Get a full day in Penang. Explore the busy streets and check out the colourful famous street art. Trust us: they make for a great backdrop!

Learn about local culture (especially how to properly tie a sarong!) at this island homestay, nestled in the middle of a beautiful lake. Tonight, relax as you take in the scenery and connect with the family that runs this homestay.

Enjoy slightly cooler temperatures in the Cameron Highlands. Here, explore the well-marked trails through the lush tropical forest, visit a tea plantation, or search for the rafflesia: the world's largest flower.

You've got the whole day for exploring. Head out of town to visit the famous Batu Caves or the Orang Alsi Museum. Later tonight, head to some rooftop bars for drinks and dancing, or stop by the night market and find some flavours you never knew existed. Built in 1928 as a fresh market for locals, and revamped in the 1980s as an outlet for all Malaysian handicrafts, the night market is a local institution. Make sure you don't miss it.

Today is your day to take on the canals by boat, and see a different side of this old port town. Maybe stop for some famous chicken rice at Kedai Kopi Chung Wah in Chinatown. Locals love it here; they often line up for hours to get a taste. The streets of Chinatown (also known as Jonker Walk) are also lined with Peranakan (Straits Chinese) shophouses offering their traditional cuisine, Nyonya. Explore the many temples, churches, mosques, museums, and forts. Visit the old port town of Melaka, wander the narrow streets and absorb the atmosphere of this historically important town. The streets of Chinatown are lined with Peranakan (Straits Chinese) shophouses offering their traditional cuisine, Nyonya. There are temples, churches and mosques, museums and forts to explore.

Head to Singapore today, where you can use your free time to see that famous skyline by boat or eat so much street food, you can barely walk. For a peek into the city-state's past life, wander the old streets of Little India and Chinatown.

Get that passport ready! Today we fly from Singapore to Indonesia. Welcome to Medan on the island of Sumatra. Get settled in to your hotel and enjoy a free evening to explore this historic city.

Nothin' like a city tour to get to know the lay of the land. Walk and cruise on a becak, an Indonesian cycle rickshaw, through Medan today, visit the must-see spots like the Al-Mashun Great Mosque and Maimun Palace. Marvel at an ancient Chinese temple, explore the jewel of Medan, wander through the bustling local market, a fish market-turned fabric shop and chow down on a delicious family-style Padang lunch together. After the tour, the rest of the day is yours to explore the wonderful city of Medan.

Drive west after breakfast to Bukit Lawang, a village tucked away in the jungle. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventurers. We'll arrive in the afternoon. Check in to the hotel, then chill out or get out and explore! Enjoy that free time! Local cooking class, anyone?

The trek of a lifetime begins today as we head out into the Gunung Leuser National Park, home of the beautiful orangutan. This rainforest is one of the richest and most vibrant in the whole world! Our destination today is our campsite, deep in the jungle! We'll trek for around 6-7 hours today, on the look out for animals that most people only dream of spotting. Think orangutans, monkeys, giant monitor lizards and a bunch of colorful birds! We'll stop when we encounter animals (fingers crossed for a bunch of orangutans), take lots of breaks throughout the hike and stop for a picnic lunch halfway. Camp will already be set up for us when we arrive so that's your cue to relax and prepare for a delicious local cookout made by our local guide. A much deserved feast after today's adventure! You will be hiking with your belongings on your back, so make sure to bring a small backpack to carry the few things you'll need for this 2 day/1 night jungle trek. Your main luggage will be left safely in Bukit Lawang.

We said it before and we'll say it again, Bukit Lawang is an adventurers paradise! So today is yours to live that! Choose to explore the town on your own terms or head out on an epic full day white water rafting adventure or cycle through the jungly bamboo homes and rural magic of Bukit Lawang. Get out there!

Leave Bukit Lawang today as you head back to Medan. On the way, we have the opportunity to spend the day at Kampung Lama, a special village where Malay, Javanese and Bataknese communities live peacefully together. While enjoying a local snack and drink, learn about the history and uniqueness of the village. Then get hands on making traditional crafts made of coconut leaves and learning local games. Next up, enjoy a delicious lunch and some time on the farm. After an amazing day with the villagers, return to Medan for the night.

Fly from Sumatra to Bali, from one Indonesian Island to another! Then drive to Canggu for a free evening in this wild town!

You came to an island known around the world for having epic surf, so whether you shred or have never seen a board, today is for you! Join a surf lesson for all levels, getting your footing on land before hitting the water to practice with the instructors. After the lesson, the day is yours! Rent a board to keep practicing, relax on the beach or grab a beer at a cute warung, local Indonesian restaurant.

Take a break from Bali's wild side and head north to Bulian. Here we can connect will locals, slow down and enjoy Bali's famed rice terraces. On the way up, we'll stop at the breathtaking Ulundanu Temple, sitting on the edge of Lake Beratan. Continue to Bulian where we'll be welcomed with a drink and lunch. Fuel up for a trek alongside waterfalls, through rice fields and in the local village to connect with the natural and cultural side of Bali. Learn to make Balinese offerings then head to the nearby temple and join a local priest for the ceremony.

Enjoy all that the beautiful village of Bulian has to offer today on a free day to choose your own adventure. Choose to trek through Lemukih Village to see a durian plantation, beautiful rice terraces, coffee fields and waterfalls! You'll even have the chance to slide down a natural waterslide! Or choose to head out on a bike tour through Bulian to get acquainted with Northern Bali.

A free morning gives you the chance to explore the rest of Bulian on your terms. Choose to just chill, or join a local cooking class or sunrise fishing trip. Then jump in the van and drive to Kintamani, the town nestled at the base of Mt Batur to arrive to our campsite for the night. Did we mention this campsite has a hot spring pool? Soak in the hot springs then join us 'round the campfire for a cozy night of camping!

Rise and shine as we are getting after it today! Waking well before the sun, we'll start our 2 hour trek to reach the Mt Batur summit in time to enjoy an absolutely stunning sunrise. And what's a picturesque sunrise without a lil picnic breakfast, amirite? With the sun finally up, we'll hike back down for a proper breakfast and a well-deserved hot spring soak. Then it's goodbye Kintamani and hello Ubud! On the way, we'll stop at G Adventures-supported PKP Community to meet with the women leaders, visit the garden and enjoy a local lunch. Then, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Ubud. But in the evening, put your party hat on because we're going out! Join your group and CEO for your Big Night Out in Ubud.

There is always something to discover in the great town of Ubud. Today is yours to explore however you'd like.

With seemingly never-ending things to do in Ubud, choose to spend it how you want! Choose between incredible local experiences like a Balinese Spiritual tour at Widya Guna Foundation, a cooking class at G for Good PKP Community, a bike tour through the rice terraces or an experience with a local family! The choice is yours!

Drive to the harbour and take a speed boat to the island of Lombok. Drive to Tempasan village and meet the villagers for a group dinner.

Get close to local life in Lombok today on a village tour and rice terrace trek. Meet with local farmers to learn about village life firsthand, wander through the instagramable rice terraces and maybe sample some local fruit on the various plantations. Then join the local women to learn about their gorgeous traditional weaving styles and a yummy lunch. The rest of the day is yours to explore Lombok how you'd like. Opt to join a local cooking class, take a bike tour or join a yoga class. Then join the group for an after-dinner campfire. If you choose to join the optional 2-day 1-night Rinjani summit trek, will have the chance to join the Rice Terrace Village Walk and Weaving Demonstration after your return on day 3.

From land to sea, Lombok has a never-ending list of sick adventures for us! Today is yours so do what you want. Yoga? A snorkel trip? Monkeys and waterfalls? A cooking class? Options on options! So get out there how you want!

Drive to Bonjeruk Village this morning for an opportunity to connect with the local villagers. Here we will work up our appetite for a yummy Lombok lunch from a cycle tour around the village. Afterwards, continue on to Senggigi for a free afternoon at the beach.

Get ready for the ultimate island paradise as we travel to Gili Trawangan, an island with no motorized vehicles and the freshest air! After dropping our things off at the hotel, we head back out to sea for a snorkel trip. On board the boat, we'll jet around to various islands and picturesque snorkel spots in search of sea turtles, rays and if we're lucky, a cute lil reef shark. Grab your sunscreen and a snorkel and get ready for an epic day. Tonight, as if today could get any better, we head out on our big night out! Want a drank? Wanna dance? Well let's do it! As there are no motorized vehicles on Gili Trawangan, you will need to carry your luggage from the speed boat to the hotel, approximately 300m.

There are 2 types of beach people. The rotters-who want to lay in the sun all day, and the adventurers! Today, you get to pick your own player and spend today exactly how you want! Feel free to pick your fav beach and just chill, get your tan on and take a dip in the perfect blue water. Looking for something more to do? How does stand up paddle board yoga sound? Maybe a leisurely bike ride around the island? However you choose to spend it, Gili T is yours to see.

Head back to Bali on a speed boat today for one final adventure in Indonesia. Arrive to the harbour and drive to Seminyak, known for its super fun nightlife, amazing shopping, beautiful beaches and incredible restaurants! The rest of the day is yours to enjoy this awesome town!

Depart at any time.

Summary

Simple hotels (twin-share, 21 nts), Simple Hotel (triple-sharing, 1nt), homestay (6 nt), basic lodge (1 nt), sleeper train (1 nt), pod hotel (1 nt), Camping Tent (2 nts), Hostel (2 nts, multi-share)

Basic Overnight Train (beds), Ferry, Local Bus, Private Vehicle, Becak, Walking, Tubbing, Bicycle, Shared Vehicle, Speed Boat, Plane

Meals Included: 30 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 4 dinners
Meals Budget: Allow USD345-450 for meals not included.

Bangkok
- Wat Po Visit (300THB per person)
- Grand Palace Visit (15USD per person)
- Klong Riverboat Tour (30USD per person)
- Thai Massage (15-30USD per person)
- Entrance - Royal Barge Museum (3.50USD per person)

Khao Sok
- Tubing (10USD per person)

Ko Samui
- Cooking Class (70USD per person)
- Ko Samui Boat Tour (50USD per person)
- Water Skiing (20USD per person)
- Stand Up Paddleboarding at Koh Samui (50USD per person)

Koh Samui
- Koh Samui Island Tour (15USD per person)

George Town
- Indian Street Visit
- Penang Hill Visit (60MYR per person)
- Clan Jetties Excursion
- Kek Lok Si Temple Visit
- Khoo Kongsi Visit
- Penang Peranakan Museum Visit (25MYR per person)

Cameron Highlands
- Rainforest Expedition (80MYR per person)

Kuala Lumpur
- Islamic Arts Museum (15MYR per person)
- Petronas Towers Visit (85MYR per person)
- Orang Asli Museum Visit (5MYR per person)
- Menara KL Tower (12USD per person)

Gombak
- Batu Caves Visit (80MYR per person)

Melaka
- Melaka Boat Tour (12USD per person)

Singapore
- Boat Quay Harbour Tour

Bukit Lawang
- Local Cooking Class
- Bat Cave Trek (15USD per person)
- Sei Bingei River White Water Rafting
- Half day Cycling Bukit Lawang Kampung Tour

Bulian
- Lemukih Village Trek
- Bulian Village Cycling
- Bulian Cooking Class
- Sunrise Fishing Trip

Ubud
- North Ubud Bike Tour
- Medahan Village Happy Local Family Adventure
- Ubud Spiritual Tour
- Cooking Class with PKP Community Project

Aranka Tempasan
- Lombok Cooking Class

Tempasan
- Lombok Yoga Class
- Countryside Bike Tour
- Lombok snorkel trip
- Black Monkey Forest & Waterfall hike

Mount Rinjani
- Mt Rinjani's Second Summit 2-Day, 1-night

Gili Trawangan
- Sunrise Stand Up Paddle Yoga
- Gili T Bike Tour

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Bangkok to Bali: Street Food, Summits & Island Escapes

Bangkok to Bali: Street Food, Summits & Island Escapes

Day 1 - Bangkok

Day 2 - Bangkok/Surat Thani

Day 3 - Surat Thani/Khao Sok

Day 4 - Khao Sok/Koh Samui

Day 5 - Koh Samui

Day 6 - Koh Samui/George Town

Day 7 - George Town

Day 8 - George Town/Chenderoh Lake

Day 9 - Chenderoh Lake/Cameron Highlands

Day 10 - Cameron Highlands/Kuala Lumpur

Day 11 - Kuala Lumpur

Day 12 - Kuala Lumpur/Melaka

Day 13 - Melaka/Singapore

Day 14 - Singapore/Medan

Day 15 - Medan

Day 16 - Medan/Bukit Lawang

Day 17 - Bukit Lawang/Gunung Leuser

Day 18 - Gunung Leuser/Bukit Lawang

Day 19 - Bukit Lawang

Day 20 - Bukit Lawang/Medan

Day 21 - Medan/Canggu

Day 22 - Canggu

Day 23 - Canggu/Bulian

Day 24 - Bulian

Day 25 - Bulian/Kintamani

Day 26 - Kintamani/Ubud

Day 27 - Ubud

Day 28 - Ubud

Day 29 - Ubud/Tempasan

Day 30 - Tempasan

Day 31 - Tempasan

Day 32 - Tempasan/Senggigi

Day 33 - Senggigi/Gili Trawangan

Day 34 - Gili Trawangan

Day 35 - Gili Trawangan/Seminyak

Day 36 - Seminyak

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