June 23, 2016 Read time - 3 minutes Take yourself on a visual adventure through jaw-dropping South East Asia. Beloved by backpackers and adventurers alike, South East Asia has topped travel lists long before the term bucket list starting kicking around, and it's not exactly hard to see why. With tantalising cuisine, heaps to see and do, and a fascinating, though sometimes very bloody, history, it is no surprise that travellers from all walks of life have fallen head over heels for this instantly likeable part of our planet. Here are just 21 reasons to go travelling in South East Asia. Things to See in South East Asia It's incredibly photogenic. Flower seller, Vietnam The colours are mesmerising. Inle Lake, Myanmar/Burma You can spend the night on a traditional Vietnamese boat... Boats in Halong Bay Climb beautiful, atmospheric volcanoes... Mount Bromo, Java And walk through beautiful terraced fields. Great views, Philippines There are endless spectacular temples to discover... Borobudur Temple, Indonesia Which you can explore by bike... Cycling in Bagan, Myanmar/Burma And see devout monks going about their day. Student monks, Myanmar/Burma In fact, it's ideal for people watching generally. Monks, Cambodia There are friendly faces everywhere... School children, Laos In incredibly beautiful settings. Inle Lake at sunrise, Myanmar/Burma There is no shortage of spectacular sunrises... The River Mekong, Laos Or sensational sunsets. Sunset over Bagan, Myanmar/Burma Generally, there is beautiful scenery everywhere you go. Whether you're inland... Paddy fields, Laos Or on an island. Fishing boats, Philippines You can swim and snorkel to your heart's content... Perfect beaches, Thailand And unwind on white-sand beaches. Traditional long-tail fishing boat, Thailand Thrill-seekers can get their kicks with exciting activities... Ziplining in Thailand Foodies can eat like champions... Dinner, Vietnam And history buffs will never be short of iconic places to visit. Angkor Wat, Cambodia So what're you waiting for? Time to start packing! Monks, Myanmar/Burma So there you have it. If you're not convinced to travel to South East Asia by now, we give up! If we've got your attention, though, browse our trips below and head to South East Asia.
Highlights of Vietnam 12 reviews Rural and cultural highlights of Vietnam Culture Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Leisurely / Moderate 10 Days from £1,149 Guided (Excl. Flights) View More Details
Discover Myanmar (Burma) 133 reviews Explore Myanmar's ancient temples, lakeside markets and tribal villages Culture Suitable for: Age 16+ Activity level: Leisurely / Moderate Guided (Excl. Flights) View More Details
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