My Ideal Itinerary for a Holiday in the Far East

8 min readSep 10, 2020

Have you been a holiday to the Far East? Here’s my multi-destination travel itinerary!

I’ve spent many of my holidays in the Far East travelling from the most popular places to places that to off-the-beaten-path destinations. No matter what reason takes you there, a holiday in the Far East is bound to offer you something intriguing. I really cannot explain why I fall in love with the place each time I pay a visit, but it is what it is!

Planning a trip here is overwhelming as there’s so much to see and do! So, If you want to travel to the Far East, then read through my ideal journey and let me know what your ideas are and share your tips and advice. If you’ve got questions, feel free to voice your questions in the comments below, and I’ll be glad to get back to you.

How to plan a perfect itinerary for a holiday in the Far East

For sure the perfect getaway will be a combination of the most popular cities of the region. I’m going to make it a bit easy for and help you cut down on your research time. Here’s an itinerary, which was customised to my interests, let me know what you think of this itinerary and what would you do differently.

My journey began in the beautiful city of Hanoi, the trail leads the way to Siem Reap, to Bangkok through Kuala Lumpur then I headed to Singapore, and finally to the stunning Bali! I had 23 days to see these amazing destinations in Asia.

Hanoi

I began my venture from the capital city of Vietnam, Hanoi. A holiday in the Far East would not be complete without spending time in this vibrant city. With an explosion of history and culture, Hanoi is a city that enfolds the old and the new. This was the perfect place to get an idea of what life is like in Vietnam. I was a bit worried that three days would not be enough to cover the best things in Hanoi, but three days was ideal for experiencing Hanoi and its attractions. During my stay in Hanoi, I had a chance to explore the beloved Old Quarter and the French Quarter, and more of Hanoi’s weekend markets, street food vendors. As a matter of fact, I tried lots of local food such as the Vietnamese classic: Bun Cha, Nem Chua Ran, Banh Tom and bang for, oh boy wasn’t that a treat? I travelled in an affordable motorbike Taxi and visited the museums, Pagodas, The Hanoi Opera House and many more popular spots. I stayed in the Nesta Hanoi Hotel, which is close to the major attractions, restaurants and nightlife.

Siem Reap

I flew to Siem Reap from Hanoi and checked into the Angkor Miracle Resort and Spa, situated just across from the Cambodian cultural village, which was my first stop. Siem Reap is a famous city because it acts as a gateway to the celebrated Angkor region. The Angkor Temples are one of the main reasons I wanted to come here. I also took a trip to a traditional floating village; it was a relaxing experience as I floated towards Kompong Phluk and Tonle Sap lake. After exploring the city during the day, I just wanted to wind down and grab a drink, but with all the great music I couldn’t help myself but dance the night away at Pub Street.

Bangkok

The next stop on my itinerary was Bangkok, a sprawling city with so many things to see and do. As I arrived in the city, checked myself into the Hotel Narai Bangkok and started to tick off the remarkable religious sights, which is one the many reasons to take a holiday in the Far East. I started my journey at Wat Mahathat, one of the oldest temples in the city. Then continued onto the biggest temple collection at the spectacular Grand Palace. After that, I made my way to the Wat Pho to see the giant reclining Buddha and Wat Arun. Later on, I took a Damnoen Saduak Cruise day trip which was simply amazing and then to Chinatown. I really enjoyed my stroll in Lumphini Park, one of Bangkok’s most welcoming green spaces. Then I took a tuk-tuk ride to the malls for shopping and filled up on Khao pad, Pad thai kung and Moo bing, some of the best street food I have ever had!

Kuala Lumpur

I had just three days in Kuala Lumpur, which was just enough time to experience the Malaysian capital. I stayed at the Ibis Kuala Lumpur City Centre a perfect base to the well organised public transport system, shopping districts, and famous landmarks. A simple tour around the city allowed me to see The Petronas Twin Towers, the Chinatown and the famous Batu Caves. I devoured so much Malaysian cuisine at the street food stalls that I found it difficult to breathe! It was such a treat to my eyes as I have loved all things nature. So, a visit to these wonderful parks made my day. I made my way to the Lake Gardens, a park that is home to several attractions such as the Hibiscus Garden, Orchid Garden, Butterfly House and Bird Park, the National Monument, and Parliament House. It was a great time in Kuala Lumpur, but my next adventure was awaiting me in Singapore!

Singapore

I landed in Singapore and checked-into the Oasia Hotel Novena Hotel, located in a lovely spot with a picture-perfect setting. Singapore is one of the most visited cities in the world, and with good reason! Once again, my itinerary was scheduled for three days, and I had plenty of exciting things to do! So, I started off by getting a Singapore Tourist Pass, it gave me access for limited rides on any mode of public transport for an affordable price, so I was able to see many places as much as possible in a short time! My day began with a visit to the Gardens by the Bay! I was utterly stupefied by the Supertree Grove, Cloud Forest and Flower Dome. Next, it was the Buddha’s Tooth Relic Temple, and then I spent some time walking around Chinatown, and all that walking had me work up an appetite so, I had a hearty lunch which consisted of Laksa and a Stingray sambal at the hawker stalls nearby. Oh my, shopping here was the best, The Bugis Street Market is a famous and cheapest place to shop in Singapore. I was super happy as I took a ride on the Singapore Flyer and witnessed a sunset in the city. My favourite part of my holiday in the Far East was the trip to Sentosa Island in Singapore, it was the perfect place to have some fun on my last day here.

Bali

Finally, to Bali, for seven blissful days! This place was a sight for sore eyes, with rice paddies overlooking lush jungles, stunning beaches, and magnificent temples that add the charm to the island’s impeccable beauty. I stayed at the Berry Glee Hotel, nestled in Kuta. I didn’t want to waste any time so, I grabbed a taxi to the famous Tanah Lot temple, the most photographed temple in Bali. After Tanah Lot, I visited other famous temples, Ulun Danu Bratan, and Taman Ayun Temple. Since I had some extra time to spare, I didn’t hesitate to relax and recharge, so I spent my time at the hotel and more time on the beach. I took a traditional village sightseeing tour with Lunch tour where I learnt to cook a typical Balinese meal! How awesome was that? Bali is a lively place at night, so I went on a stroll to the night market in Kuta, where I scored a great meal and some trinkets to carry back home. I went to Waterbom, one of the best water parks in Asia, had the time of my life there and I highly recommend this place to anyone. I was pretty drained and just wanted to stay put in the hotel until my last day where I visited the sacred monkey forest and took a walk amidst Kuta’s hidden walkways and then headed to the airport for my flight back home.

PRO TIPS: When going on holiday to the Far East

Pack right and light as possible so you can travel with ease.
Before you travel to individual countries, check their vaccine requirements and recommendations.
Renting scooters can be a great way to get around, but in some Asian countries you’ll need to drive on the opposite side of the road and you may have to battle traffic and other unfamiliar with these conditions.
Stick to banks or other places that advertise Currency Exchange as many Asian hotels generally offer dismal exchange rates.
It’s vital to keep a suspicious eye on important things like passports and credit cards.
Plan some non-temple-oriented activities on your Far East itinerary, to avoid temple burnout.
Since the temples are considered sacred, make sure to dress appropriately!

Well, my friend, there you have it, my perfect itinerary when travelling for a holiday in the Far East! So, if you have plans to travel or have already travelled to these destinations, let me know how it is/was. I highly recommend Travel Center UK when planning a trip, they offer the best holiday deals explicitly made to help you plan your ideal holiday in the Far East!

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