Thailand, Laos and Vietnam in 3 months
Three countries in a row, crossing by land from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang and on to Hanoi.
You are viewing the route setting off in November. The best time is January.
Thailand
By November, the rain has virtually disappeared from much of Thailand, especially at the end of the month. Humidity disappears and temperatures remain relatively low (by Thai standards). November is a good time of year to visit Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and northern Thailand, the region enjoys sunny, predominantly dry…
Laos
Cool dry season. December is one of the best months of the year to visit Laos. Throughout the country, days are typically dry and sunny, and the temperatures make travelling comfortable. December and January are part of dry and cool season. Central regions are having nice warm weather. Temperature range is between 22…
Vietnam
In January, cold winter weather hits the north. This is often accompanied by fine persistent mists, which could spoil your views at Ha Long Bay. There's also the chance of ground frost in higher regions, or even a rare snowfall. Don't let it put you off outdoor activities though – while January is the coldest month in…
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