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31 Days of Adventure: Abu Dhabi, Tokyo, Hanoi, Krabi

Elisabet Helgadottir

Elisabet Helgadottir

29 Dec 2023

Embark on an epic journey across Abu Dhabi, Tokyo, Hanoi, and Krabi as you discover ancient marvels, vibrant cultures, and breathtaking landscapes. From majestic mosques to bustling markets, this itinerary is packed with excitement and adventure. Join us as we explore these captivating destinations!

Trip to Abu Dhabi

Day 1Unveiling the Heritage of Abu Dhabi
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$0

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$ 4

Copthorne Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Emirates Heritage Club Heritage Village
Reconstruction of a traditional desert village with a regular roster of events & exhibitions.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 2Discovering Architectural Wonders and Serene Parks
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$75

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$ 5

Copthorne Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Qasr Al Watan
Domed marble & limestone presidential palace with a mosaic-clad great hall & extensive library.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$56
16 - 20 min

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Umm Al Emarat Park
This spacious, vibrant park features a shade house, botanic garden, amphitheater & large open lawn.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
Day 3Immerse in Art and Culture at Louvre Abu Dhabi
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$75

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$ 4

Copthorne Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Louvre Abu Dhabi
Innovative museum surrounded by water, featuring ancient to modern art pieces, kayaking & a cafe.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
Day 4Sun, Sand, and Spiritual Grandeur in Abu Dhabi
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$0

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$ 5

Copthorne Downtown

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Corniche Beach
City beach with international clean-water status & ropes limited the available swimming distance.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
One of the largest mosques in the world, topped with 82 white domes of varying sizes.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $829 In total

Activities & Food:$774
Transport:$55

Trip to Tokyo

Day 1Unveiling the Heritage of Abu Dhabi
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$57

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$ 9

Tokyo Skytree
World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$57
12 - 15 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Kaminarimon
A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Yasukuni Jinja
Shinto-style shrine commemorating Japanese war dead, plus a garden with cherry blossom trees.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Discovering Architectural Wonders and Serene Parks
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$38

Tokyo National Museum
Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
7 - 10 min

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Ueno Park
Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Immerse in Art and Culture at Louvre Abu Dhabi
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$75

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$ 5

Meiji Jingu
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 24 min

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Yoyogi Park
Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
Sleek aquarium with illuminated tanks, penguins & seals, dolphin performances & a museum.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$75
Day 4Sun, Sand, and Spiritual Grandeur in Abu Dhabi
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$8

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$ 5

Roppongi Hills
Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 5Ascending Tokyo's Skytree and Embracing Tradition
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$57

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$ 5

Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$57
22 - 27 min

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Imperial Palace
This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 6Roaming with Wildlife at Ueno Zoo
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$30

Ueno Zoo
19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$30
Day 7A Magical Day at Tokyo Disneyland
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$180

Tokyo Disneyland
Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$180

Budget breakdown: $829 In total

Activities & Food:$774
Transport:$55

Trip to Hanoi

Day 1Unveiling the Heritage of Abu Dhabi
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$0

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$ 2

Chùa Quán Sứ
Venerable 15th-century pagoda, temple & headquarters of Vietnam's Buddhist Association.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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One Pillar Pagoda
Rebuilt iconic Buddhist temple, originally erected in 1049, designed to resemble a lotus blossom.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Tran Quoc Pagoda
Long-standing Buddhist temple built on a small, charming island with numerous shrines.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Discovering Architectural Wonders and Serene Parks
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$0

Cua Bac Parish Church
Historic Roman Catholic church featuring a yellow facade & tower, with a simply appointed interior.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Quan Thanh Temple
Taoist 1200s temple featuring a spacious courtyard & a shrine with a revered bronze statue.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Presidential Palace
This 1900s French Colonial palace is the office & residence of Vietnam’s president & vice president.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Immerse in Art and Culture at Louvre Abu Dhabi
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$8

Vietnam National Museum of History
This 2-building history museum displays ancient artifacts & Buddhist art, plus statues & war relics.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
Day 4Sun, Sand, and Spiritual Grandeur in Abu Dhabi
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$0

Bach Ma Temple
Elaborate Ly dynasty temple founded in 1010 and reconstructed in the 18th-19th centuries.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Ngoc Son Temple
Confucian temple on a lake reached by bridge with tower & pavilions dedicated to the national hero.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Hoàn Kiếm Lake
Lake featuring a temple on a small island reached via a wooden bridge & a tower on another island.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Ascending Tokyo's Skytree and Embracing Tradition
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$8

Hanoi Police Museum
Small, tidy museum chronicling the history of police in Hanoi via gear, uniform & photo displays.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
9 - 14 min

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Ba Da Pagoda
Quaint, unassuming Buddhist temple pagoda built in 1056 & featuring a serene vibe.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 6Roaming with Wildlife at Ueno Zoo
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$15

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$ 1

Hoa Lo Prison Relic
Only the gatehouse, now a museum, remains of this storied prison for POWs during the Vietnam War.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$11
4 - 5 min

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Temple Of Literature
Confucian temple with landscaped courtyards, numerous altars & shrines & an imposing front gate.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
Day 7A Magical Day at Tokyo Disneyland
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$8

Vietnamese Women's Museum
Modern museum with a permanent collection exploring Vietnamese women's history, culture & fashion.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
Day 8Exploring Hanoi's Spiritual Treasures
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$8

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
Imperial citadel complex with 11th-century buildings & sculptures, including a tower & stone dragon.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
16 - 23 min

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Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh's body is on display in this mausoleum & historic site.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 9Unraveling the Secrets of Ho Chi Minh
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$8

Ho Chi Minh Museum
Built in the shape of a lotus flower, the museum explores the life of President Ho Chi Minh.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$8
Day 10Diving into Vietnam's Rich History
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$8

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$ 1

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
Ethnological museum offering exhibits on Vietnam's various cultures, with gardens & a restaurant.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
15 - 18 min

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Hanoi Museum
Museum showcasing artefacts from Hanoi & Vietnamese history, in an inverted pyramid building.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $829 In total

Activities & Food:$774
Transport:$55

Trip to Krabi

Day 1Unveiling the Heritage of Abu Dhabi
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$0

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$ 2

Railay Beach
Accessible only by boat, this peninsula with limestone cliffs is popular for rock climbing & diving.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
297 - 357 min

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Chao Fah Park
Modest city park with large, creative sculptures & walking paths along the waterfront.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Discovering Architectural Wonders and Serene Parks
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$23

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$ 2

Hong Island
Islet off Krabi with a secluded, lakelike lagoon, steep limestone formations & white sand beaches.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
163 - 196 min

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Wat Maha That Wachiramongkol (Wat Bang Thong)
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
Day 3Immerse in Art and Culture at Louvre Abu Dhabi
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$4

อุทยานแห่งชาติธารโบกขรณี
Lush national park featuring scenic waterfalls, underground caves & limestone mountains.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
Day 4Sun, Sand, and Spiritual Grandeur in Abu Dhabi
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$0

Phra Nang Beach
This sandy beach backdropped by limestone cliffs with caves features clear water with small islands.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
22 - 33 min

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Princess Cave (Railay, Krabi)
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5Ascending Tokyo's Skytree and Embracing Tradition
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$0

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$ 2

Railay West Beach
Expansive white-sand beach in lush jungle surrounds featuring soaring limestone cliffs & caves.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
297 - 357 min

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Directions

Krabi Walking Street
Area with informal cafes & weekend stalls selling sarongs, leather bags & street snacks.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Roaming with Wildlife at Ueno Zoo
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$8

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$ 2

Ao Nang Beach
Small, bustling beach with scenic views, along with many nearby shops, cafes & hotels.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
35 - 42 min

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Wat Tham Seua Krabi
Expansive temple complex in lush jungle surrounds known for its gold Buddha statue & cave network.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
Day 7A Magical Day at Tokyo Disneyland
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$27

Pi Leh Bay (Pi Leh Lagoon)
Picturesque swimming inlet known for its clear waters & popular with snorkelers.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
Monkey Beach
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$11
Day 8Exploring Hanoi's Spiritual Treasures
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$23

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$ 2

Bamboo Island
Small reef-edged island with pristine beaches, clear waters & a tiny bar, popular with snorkelers.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
Ao Ton Sai Pier
Bustling pier with scenic surrounds where ferries & other boats load & unload passengers.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
224 - 269 min

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Lanta Old Town
Quaint, low-key street with stores & eateries in old wooden houses, plus a pier & a weekend market.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$4
Day 9Unraveling the Secrets of Ho Chi Minh
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$19

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$ 2

Ton Sai Beach
Scenic, tranquil beach surrounded by trees & dramatic cliffs popular for rock climbing.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$11
164 - 197 min

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Emerald Pool
Mineral pool & popular swimming spot in a lush forest with a wooden walking track.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
Day 10Diving into Vietnam's Rich History
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$19

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$ 2

Mu Ko Lanta National Park
Several islands make up this marine sanctuary known for its wild monkeys, beaches & jungle trails.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$11
126 - 152 min

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Hot Stream Krabi
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $829 In total

Activities & Food:$774
Transport:$55