Two weeks in Southeast Asia: three routes for Indian travellers

By the Nexara Holidays travel desk · 2 min read

Two weeks is enough time to see a lot of Southeast Asia, but trying to see everything leads to exhausting travel days. Pick one of these three routes.

Route 1: Thailand in depth

• Bangkok (3 nights)
• Chiang Mai (3 nights)
• Krabi (3 nights)
• Phuket or Koh Samui (4 nights)

Temples, mountains, islands and beaches, all within one country, with short domestic flights. See Thailand.

Route 2: Indochina's history

• Hanoi and Ha Long Bay (4 nights)
• Hoi An (3 nights)
• Siem Reap for Angkor (3 nights)
• Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong (3 nights)

A journey through Vietnam and Cambodia's culture, history and food.

Route 3: Singapore, Malaysia and Bali

• Singapore (4 nights)
• Kuala Lumpur (3 nights)
• Bali, split between Ubud and the coast (6 nights)

Modern cities, theme parks and an island finish. Great for families. See Singapore and Malaysia.

Planning tips

• Season: the mainland is best from November to February; Bali from April to October. Route 3 works in either period with the right Bali base. See Best time to visit Bali: dry season, wet season and festivals.
• Flights: book internal flights early for better fares.
• Visas: each country has its own rules for Indian passport holders. Check official sources.
• Pace: plan a rest day every four or five days.

Which route for whom?

• First-timers and families: route 3, for easy logistics and attractions.
• Culture and food lovers: route 2.
• Beach and island lovers: route 1, finishing on the Andaman coast or in the Gulf islands depending on the month.

Budget notes

Thailand and Vietnam are generally good value; Singapore is pricier. Mixing a city stay with longer beach stays balances the budget.

See Multi-country tours for ready-made routes.