Group trips to South East Asia

From November to February, the dry and cool season is ideal for most of the region; some areas, like Bali, are an exception, with the driest period running from May to September. It's best to avoid monsoon season, generally between May and October.

10-14 days are enough for a single country like Thailand or Vietnam; for an itinerary crossing several countries in the region, plan at least 3-4 weeks.

Many countries, like Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore, offer visa-free entry for short stays to many nationalities; Vietnam and Indonesia require an e-visa or visa on arrival, while Myanmar always requires a visa in advance.

Hepatitis A and B and typhoid are recommended; in rural and jungle areas, malaria prophylaxis is worth considering, and throughout the region it's wise to protect against mosquito bites due to dengue risk. Always consult a travel health clinic.

Among the most popular experiences are:

• The temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia
• The beaches of Thailand and Bali
• The historic town of Hoi An in Vietnam
• Modern Singapore
• The archaeological site of Borobudur in Indonesia

Each country has its own currency:

• Thai baht
• Vietnamese dong
• Cambodian riel
• Malaysian ringgit
• Indonesian rupiah

Although in Cambodia the US dollar is widely used alongside the local currency.

The budget is generally very affordable: plan for $30-45 per person per day traveling backpacker-style, while Singapore is considerably pricier than the rest of the region.

Low-cost flights quickly connect the main cities, overnight buses and trains are cheap for longer routes, while the scooter is the most commonly used local transport; reaching the islands requires ferries or speedboats.

The climate is tropical year-round, with high temperatures and constant humidity; the rainy season brings heavy daily downpours that are generally short-lived, especially in the afternoon.