Explore South East Asia

Explore some of the most beautiful countries on earth with Stray Asia’s South East Asia travel pass including Laos, Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam.

South East Asia Travel Pass

Although South East Asia used to be a segue for travellers on their way out for their gap years in Australia, or on their way home, South East Asia today holds its own as a must see destination.

The beauty and tranquility of South East Asia can only be experienced first hand and with the ease of overland travel between the various countries there’s no reason to not visit as many South East Asian countries as possible whilst on your travels. With Stray’s The Lot pass you can do just that and all with just one single travel pass!

With Stray’s The Lot pass you can access their travel network in Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam and Laos, and with the pass being valid for 12 whole months, this means you can take your time getting to know each of these countries at your leisure.

Stray’s travel passes allow for frequent travel on their buses which are all captained by a tour guide driver who will be able to fill you in on local information, points of interest and will also stop at certain destinations for you to explore between destinations.

Best places to visit in Thailand

• Ayutthaya: Explore the incredible UNESCO World Heritage temple ruins by bicycle and boat.
• Chiang Mai: An adventure seeker’s paradise. Zipline with Flight of the Gibbon, take a cooking class, trek in the jungle, get a massage, do Muay Thai training, and shop
  at the weekend night market.
• Chiang Rai: Home of the elaborate White Temple.

Best places to visit in Laos

• Ban Pak Nguey (Unique Stray Experience): Experience village life, attend a Baci (welcoming) ceremony and stay in a remote village homestay on the banks of the Mekong River.
• Luang Prabang: UNESCO World Heritage City and the cultural gem of Southeast Asia. Swim the in spectacular Kuang Si Waterfall, visit a bear sanctuary, and get hands and learn how to cultivate and harvest rice from a rice farmer.
• Vang Vieng: The stunning karst rock formations along the river offer the perfect setting for outdoor activities such as tubing, cycling, kayaking or rock climbing. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife or get away from it all in a river view bungalow.
• Vientiane: Visit the COPE Centre where you’ll learn about the on-going effects of the Vietnam War.
• Kong Lor Cave (Unique Stray Experience): Zip through the mighty 7 km cave by boat on an underground river. Considered a highlight of Laos, it’s not easy to get here on your own.
• Xe Champhone (Unique Stray Experience): Visit Turtle Lake, a 200 year old Buddist Library and meet the rhesus macaque monkeys of the sacred ‘Monkey Forest’
• Bolaven Plateau: Love coffee? You’ll visit a Lao coffee plantation and learn all about coffee.
• Don Det: Relax in a hammock on the Mekong in the 4000 Islands. Spot rare Irrawaddy Dolphins.

Backpacking Laos

Best places to visit in Cambodia

• Siem Reap: Explore Angkor, the UNESCO World Heritage Site – an impressive, never ending complex of temples and ruins.
• Battambang: Experience local family and community life in a remote village homestay, with its seasonal farming, fishing, temple gatherings and festivals.
• Kompong Chhnang: Explore the bustling market and floating villages.
• Sihanoukville: Enjoy the many water sports or kick back and relax at this popular beach destination.
• Kampot: Cycle the countryside past the famous pepper and salt farms, eat delicious seafood and trek through the Bokor National Park.
• Koh Tunsay (Unique Stray Experience): Relax on the pristine beaches, and enjoy fresh seafood in this island hideaway.
• Phnom Penh: Learn about Cambodia’s history at the S21 Prison and Killing Fields and explore the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda.

Best places to visit in Vietnam

• Da Lat: Get off the tourist trail; meet friendly locals, mountain bike in stunning scenery and sample delicious locally grown coffee and wine.
• Bai Xep (Unique Stray Experience): Discover a secluded fishing village and learn to paddle a traditional round boat.
• Hoi An: Explore life in the old town of this picture perfect Vietnamese riverside town; listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get some tailoring done; join a motorbike tour, scuba dive, or cycle to the beach.
• Phong Nha (Unique Stray Experience): Swim in pristine rivers and explore impressive caves, including the recently discovered Thien Dong Cave, one of the largest caves in the world.
• Ninh Binh (Unique Stray Experience): Come face to face with monkeys, gibbons and other endangered species at the Primate Centre.
• Hanoi: Discover an eclectic blend of East and West, old Asia and new, in a tangled web of streets buzzing with masses of motorbikes.ook a day or two in Bangkok prior to setting off.

The beauty of travelling South East Asia via Strays bus service means you can meet lots of like-minded travellers along the way, travel at your own pace and save money on hopping between these incredible countries.

To find out more about The Lot travel pass click here: South East Asia travel network