Stray Asia Brochure 2015

ASIA GUIDED ADVENTURE TRAVEL: HOP-ON HOP-OFF SOUTHEAST ASIA

VALID FROM NOV 15 - OCT 16 Prices are in USD

GET FURTHER OFF THE BEATEN TRACK.

forget about tomorrow. experience today.

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SAFE AND HASSLE FREE

Relax on our comfortable and reliable transport network and avoid the hassle of organising unpredictable local connections.

FULLY GUIDED

Get more out of your adventure with our fun Tour Leaders who make it all happen, providing useful recommendations, booking activities and sharing local knowledge.

HOMESTAYS

Reach further into the local culture and overnight in remote rural villages to experience the locals’ way of life.

SHARE THE JOURNEY

Meet like-minded travellers along the way, share exciting adventures and forge life-long friendships.

meet the locals.

LOCAL SUPPORT

With a shop in the heart of Bangkok plus an office in Luang Prabang, you have people on the ground to support your travels.

ACCOMMODATION/ACTIVITIES Tour Leaders will assist you to book activities and accommodation (pay-as-you-go) along the way, or feel free to make your own arrangements.

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why vietnam?

/straytravel

With over 3200km of stunning coastline, it’s a beach lover’s paradise but with so much more. From the hectic city of Ho Chi Minh, where everyday street life is the entertainment, travel north to the quaint fishing villages and relax on white sand beaches. Adventurers can scuba dive, kayak and bike through the breathtaking landscape, while the foodies thrive off Vietnam’s culinary delights.

Pyin Oo Lwin (Old Hill Station)

Mandalay (2)

Mandalay Adventure

Sa Pa

VIETNAM

Bagan (2)

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HOP-ON HOP-OFF

Kalaw

Houay Xai Ban Pak Chiang Khong Nguey

Village Stay

Chiang Rai

A guided travel pass which offers the flexibility to hop-off along the way and spend time in the places you love. Safe, reliable transport, knowledgeable Tour Leaders, pay-as-you-go accommodation and activities organised by your Leader.

Nam Nern

Pak Ou Caves

Hanoi Vieng Xai

(2) Luang Prabang Laos Caves & Tiger

LAOS

Buddhas Footprint Temple Nong Khai

why laos?

Tha Bak Kong Lor (2)

Tha Kek

Pha Tam Kam

Yangon (2)

Vinh Moc Tunnels Hue

Opt in for a Flexi Tour Upgrade and enjoy the convenience of having accommodation and top-rated activities included with your HOHO Pass.

Bolaven Plateau

Ubon Ratchathani Ayutthaya

P9

Wat Phou

Bangkok

CITY ARRIVAL PACKS

Shorter, special interest fixed tours, including transport, accommodation and feature activities along the way.

Add an Adventure to your HOHO Pass for a more in-depth regional experience.

P10

Tonle Sap Lake

‘The Haven’ Bai Xep (2)

CAMBODIA Nha Trang

2 night stop

Overnight stop

Ferry connection

Point of interest

Stray Adventure route

Guided Stray route

Stray Homestay

Unguided connection

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Da Lat (2)

Phnom Penh (2)

why myanmar?

Kampot Sihanoukville (2)

Chumpon Koh Tao

Koh Tunsay Island

Kep

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) (2)

Koh Phangan Thai Beach Full Moon

Phuket

(2)

My Lai

Kompong Chhnang

/straytravel Only recently opened to visitors, now is the time to discover Myanmar (Burma) as it enters a new era welcoming curious travellers to experience its truly distinct culture and stunning landscape. Expect to find friendly, inquisitive people with humble Buddhist values living amongst ancient temples and the remnants of British colonialism. Explore further afield and visit remote hill-tribe villages to get a taste of a land still relatively untouched by tourism.

Hoi An (2)

Don Det/4000 Islands

Battambang

P9

/straytravel Landlocked in the middle of Southeast Asia, Laos has retained a truly authentic charm, largely untouched by the commercialism seen in other areas of Asia.

Be enamoured by its beautiful and at times dramatic landscapes as you adventure through villages and cities made unique by French colonial influences and the laid back way of life.

Hi Van Pass

Pakse

Angkor Wat

Siem Reap (2)

ADVENTURES

Unique Stray overnight stop

Phong Nha (2)

Xe Champhone

FLEXI TOUR UPGRADE

These 1-2 night packages include a combination of comfortable accommodation, airport transfers and city tours.

Ninh Binh (2)

Vang Vieng

Vientiane

P7

Cuc Phuong Primate Centre

Phonsavan (2)

Chiang Mai (2)

Passes valid for 12 months

Halong Bay

Nong Khiaw

Inle Lake (2)

why cambodia?

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An intriguing country with a dark past, Cambodia is endowed with a rich history, world famous temples, lush rice paddies and a coastline speckled with intimate tropical islands. While it was the Angkor temples that initially attracted travellers, it’s the diverse experiences on offer, interesting terrain and the endlessly smiling Khmer people that will leave a lasting impression.

why thailand?

/straytravel From the frenetic chaos of Bangkok to the picture-paradise islands, Thailand is a land of many contrasts. North of Bangkok, adventure through the remnants of ancient civilisations, explore the cooler mountain jungles and enjoy the eclectic city of Chiang Mai. Or journey south to find turquoise waters, white sand beaches and dance the night away at the infamous Full Moon parties.

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HOP-ON HOP-OFF PASSES 8 WEEKS +

find a pass that’s

5 WEEKS + The ultimate Southeast Asia pass for those with plenty of time to travel.

Hanoi See it all from bustling cities, UNESCO World Heritage temples, beaches, mountains and remote rural villages.

Adventure through Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam and discover hidden gems Phong you didn’t know existed.

Nha

VIETNAM

LAOS Luang Prabang Chiang Mai

Vientiane

THAILAND

Whether you are looking for relaxing beaches, cultural insights or an active adventure, Stray has a pass that will get you there. We have designed a flowing route across each region that covers everything from the ‘must see’ highlights to secret gems you wouldn’t otherwise know about.

LAOS

Bangkok

‘The Haven’ Bai Xep

CAMBODIA

CAMBODIA Phnom Penh

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

START: BANGKOK FINISH: HANOI

START: BANGKOK FINISH: HANOI

LAOS

TOM YUM $680USD

Hanoi

Vientiane Phong Nha

THAILAND

Bangkok

Don Det

CAMBODIA

START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK

$1060USD

CAMBODIA

‘The Haven’ Bai Xep

Vientiane

Da Lat

Bangkok

Focus on beautiful Laos, north to south; experience village life, temples, monkeys and Don Det’s 4000 islands.

DONG

START: HO CHI MINH CITY FINISH: HANOI

A comprehensive loop that encompasses all of magical Laos from the north to the more remote and geographically impressive south. Start and finish in Bangkok.

The ultimate pass to see Vietnam and all of its diversity. Travel from the south to the north and experience everything from energetic cities, secluded beaches, fishing villages and incredible national parks.

Minimum Travel Days: The least number of days required to complete the pass without hoping off; however, it is recommended you do allow extra time to stop and explore destinations along the way.

START: SIEM REAP FINISH: SIEM REAP

Don Det

CAMBODIA Phnom Penh

$950USD

Minimum Travel Days: 12

Siem Reap

Koh Phangan

START: CHIANG MAI FINISH: VIENTIANE

KHMER

THAILAND

Minimum Travel Days: 11

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

$780USD

Mandalay Bagan Inle Lake Kalaw Village Stay

Minimum Travel Days: 7 A total Cambodian experience from Angkor Wat UNESCO temples, insights into Cambodia’s turbulent history and a homestay experience. Includes 2 free optional connections to start or finish in neighbouring countries.

UNGUIDED

Phuket

$389USD

PHOU

Focus on Northern Laos, overnight in a village on the Mekong River, explore the romantic city of Luang Prabang with its French Colonial influences.

Chiang Mai

START: HOUAY XAI FINISH: PAKSE/DON DET

Minimum Travel Days: 17

Flexi Upgrade: For a tour-like experience add on a Flexi Upgrade to your pass and get accommodation and a selection of top-rated activities included. Refer to page 9 for rates.

START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK

Minimum Travel Days: 6

DTUI NOY $755 Hoi An

$1545USD

MEKONG

2 WEEKS +

USD

Don Det Bangkok

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

FULL MOON

CAMBODIA

Minimum Travel Days: 25

Luang Prabang

Leave busy Bangkok behind to see off the beaten track highlights of Northern Thailand & Laos.

Pakse

Don Det

Siem Reap

Phnom Penh

LAOS

Minimum Travel Days: 11

Chiang Mai

THAILAND

Bangkok

‘The Haven’ Bai Xep

Da Lat

VIETNAM

START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK

Luang Prabang

Vientiane

THAILAND

1 WEEK + (or less) VIETNAM

Luang Prabang

Vientiane

Minimum Travel Days: 23

2 WEEKS + Houay Xai

Chiang Mai

$1525USD

MOC BAI

Minimum Travel Days: 38

VIETNAM

Luang Prabang

After enjoying the mountains and river life of Laos, head to Cambodia’s sensational beaches, visit the world famous Angkor Wat temples, salt and pepper farms and mouth- watering regional delicacies.

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)

$2305USD

LOT

LAOS

Siem Reap

Da Lat

Phnom Penh

LAOS

Hoi An

THAILAND

Don Det Siem Reap

VIETNAM

Phong Nha

Hoi An

Bangkok

Simply work out the countries you want to visit, the time you have to travel and the rest is easy!

Chiang Mai

Experience a rounded adventure through Hanoi Cambodia and Vietnam covering everything from coastal paradises, colourful cultures, ancient temples, and a tumultuous history worth learning about.

VIETNAM

right for you!

4 WEEKS +

5 WEEKS +

BUCKET

$150USD

START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK/PHUKET

Minimum Travel Days: 3 Access the beautiful Thai islands for white sand beaches, turquoise waters and Koh Phangan’s famous Full Moon parties.

Yangon

PAGODA

START: YANGON FINISH: MANDALAY

$1040USD

Minimum Travel Days: 10 Traditionally a challenging country to travel, this pass has been especially designed to make flexible adventure travel in Myanmar possible. Starting in Yangon, enjoy city tours, a visit to Bagan’s 2000+ temples, a hill-tribe trek and explore life on Inle Lake.

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FLEXI TOUR UPGRADE

ADVENTURES

Don’t miss a thing! Upgrade your Hop-on Hop-off Pass into a ‘Flexi Tour’ and get your accommodation and a selection of top-rated activities added to your Pass. Best of all with a Flexi Tour, you still have the freedom to hop-off and spend more time in places you love. Single and Twin share options available.

DONG FLEXI UPGRADE $605USD

Add on one of Stray’s special interest Adventure tours to your trip and get even further off the beaten track!

These short accommodated tours are guaranteed to enhance your Asia experience by opening the doors to remote and iconic regions of Southeast Asia.

Stray offers Adventures across Southeast Asia, just look for the green ‘A’ marked on our main map (page 5 – 6).

Full itineraries are available online or from your Stray Agent.

ADVENTURES INCLUDE: + + + +

Accommodation Transport Feature activities Knowledgeable Guides

(on selected Adventures)

ACCOMMODATION

HOHO PASS LOT

$2305

MEKONG

$1545

MOC BAI

$1525

FULL MOON

$1060

TOM YUM

$680

DONG

$950

DTUI NOY

$755

KHMER

$780

PHOU

$389

+ + + + + + + + +

FLEXI UPGRADE

++ 12 nights’ accommodation as per itinerary (includes ensuite and air-conditioned where possible)

SINGLE

TWIN

$1850

$1345

$1225

$910

$1255

$870

$860

$635

$640

$540

ACTIVITIES ++ Entrance to the Datanla Falls, Da Lat ++ Half Day Cycle Tour, Da Lat ++ Mai Lai Memorial entry fee, near Hoi An ++ Two hour river boat cruise, Hoi An ++ Vinh Moc Tunnels, near Dong Hoi ++ Entrance to the Thien Duong (Paradise) Cave, Phong Nha ++ Motorbike Tour, Hue ++ Half-day City Tour, Hanoi

$605

$379

$510

$355

$455

$355

$335

$245

THAI BEACH FULL MOON SOUTHERN ISLANDS, THAILAND FROM

$379USD PER PERSON (TWIN)

LAOS CAVES AND TIGER

NORTHERN LAOS

$660USD PER PERSON

START/FINISH: BANGKOK DURATION: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS

START/FINISH: LUANG PRABANG DURATION: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS

Get your transport, accommodation and activities sorted with a Thai Beach package. Soak up the sun on the beautiful Thai island of Koh Phangan. Learn how to scuba dive, relax on the beach and party all night long at the famous Full Moon Party!

Venture into the mountains and explore the mysterious ‘Plain of Jars’, visit some intriguing local villages and experience life in the communist caves. By boat, head into a wildlife conservation area and join Nam Nern’s Night Safari to spot nocturnal wildlife and learn about the resident Indochinese tigers. This is remote Laos at its best!

Single and dorm options available

Note: The included accommodation nights are as per the minimum nights outlined on a pass itinerary. If you wish to stay longer at a destination you can do so at your own expense.

CITY ARRIVAL PACKS Get your trip off to a great start with a City Arrival Pack.

Add a pack on to the start (or end) of your pass and have meet and greet airport transfers, comfortable accommodation and city based activities sorted for your arrival.

HALONG BAY VIETNAM

BANGKOK BUDGET

BANGKOK DELUXE

$140USD PER ROOM (TWIN)

$280USD PER ROOM (TWIN)

DURATION: 2 DAYS/1 NIGHT

DURATION: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS

Includes: Meet and greet Airport transfer, 1 night’s accommodation (private air-con room with ensuite)

Includes: Meet and greet Airport transfer, 2 nights’ accommodation (private air-con room with ensuite), welcome drink, 1 hour internet, 1 hour Thai massage, half day floating market tour, 1 month luggage storage

THAILAND

HO CHI MINH VIETNAM

FROM

THAILAND

MANDALAY

YANGON

DURATION: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS

$480USD PER ROOM (TWIN)

$530USD PER ROOM (TWIN)

DURATION: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS

DURATION: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS

Includes: Meet and greet Airport transfer, 2 nights’ accommodation (private air-con room), 2 breakfasts, half day guided Mingun tour with English speaking guide

Includes:

Includes: Meet and greet Airport transfer, nights’ accommodation (private air-con room), transport and entrance feeds to Cu Chi Tunnels and Water Puppet Theatre, English speaking guide

VIETNAM FROM

$330USD PER PERSON (TWIN)

START/FINISH: HANOI DURATION: 3 DAYS/3 NIGHTS

START/FINISH: HANOI DURATION: 5 DAYS/5 NIGHTS

Cruise the spectacular limestone islands in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. Kayak and explore hidden caves, relax on beautiful beaches and enjoy panoramic views of the bay.

Experience Vietnamese village life and trek amongst minority hill tribes in majestic Sa Pa. Stay overnight in a family home in Ta Van village, swim in fresh mountain river waters in a stunning hill-top setting.

Single option available

$305USD PER ROOM (TWIN)

MYANMAR

$345

USD PER PERSON (TWIN)

SA PA

Single option available

MYANMAR

Check out our

10 Night Mandalay Adventure

Meet and greet Airport transfer, 2 nights’ accommodation (private air-con room), 2 breakfasts, guided Yangon city tour Single room options available with all City Arrival Packs

*Twin rate Adventures must be booked with a travel companion (except for Laos Caves and Tiger where a twin rate can be booked by an individual)

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STRAY MYANMAR HOP-ON HOP-OFF PASS

PAGODA START: YANGON

FINISH: MANDALAY Minimum Travel Days: 10 (pass valid for 12 months)

The Pagoda Pass has been especially designed to open the doors of the elusive world of Myanmar to the conscious adventurer who wants to see more Southeast Asia! Explore this unspoiled country on an active journey from Yangon to Mandalay. Venture into a world of sparkling temples, ancient Buddhist history and vibrant village life. Hike into the hill-tribe area Kalaw and glide onto Inle Lake, to observe rural life on the water.

Includes:

Long closed to visitors, few countries conjure more captivating thoughts to an adventurous traveller than Myanmar.

Never before has Myanmar been this accessible. Now is the time to explore this magical country that will inspire and amaze you!

+ Overnight in a tribal village + 4 x Site/City tours + Temple fees

+ Flexible travel pass – hop off along the way + Knowledgeable Guide to lead the way + Transport on quality local coaches + 2 Day trek in to the Shan hill-tribes Mandalay

Pyin Oo Lwin (Old Hill Station)

Bagan Inle Lake

Kalaw Village Stay

Pay as you go for accommodation

Please note: Entry fees to temples, pagodas and site fees at Bagan and Inle are not included.

Fees change frequently and without notice. Passengers are to pay directly on the day.

STRAY ADVENTURE

MANDALAY ADVENTURE

FROM

START: MANDALAY

FINISH: MANDALAY Duration: 11 Days/10 Nights

Step back in time to a world of jewel encrusted temples, hill-tribe encounters, bustling village life and markets packed with regional delicacies. This special interest fixed tour loops the northern heart of Myanmar where you’ll be fully immersed in the region’s ancient history and spiritual Buddhist origins. Get your entire trip sorted in one easy packaged tour and maximize the Myanmar experience.

Includes: Yangon (2)

+ Knowledgeable Guide to lead the way + All transport (private mini coach) + 10 nights’ accommodation + Meals: 9x B, 2x L, 2x D

+ 2 day trek through Kalaw’s mountains + Overnight in village monastery + City tours and other activities on route + Slow boat down the Irrawaddy River

Single room option available

CITY ARRIVAL PACKS

YANGON

MANDALAY

$530USD PER ROOM (TWIN)

$480USD PER ROOM (TWIN)

Includes:

Includes:

Duration: 3 days/2 nights

+ Airport transfer + 2 nights’ accommodation + 2 breakfasts + Guided city tour

Single room option available

Duration: 3 days/2 nights

+ Airport transfer + 2 nights’ accommodation + 2 breakfasts + Guided Mingun tour

Single room option available

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Rebecca - UK, March 2015

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