2017/18 ADVENTURE TRAVEL NETWORK HOP-ON HOP-OFF PASSES | STRAY FLEXI TOURS
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Valid from Oct 2017 - Sep 2018 Prices are in USD
2017
Our Purpose
To share our world, our people, our places, our culture. To be the energy for positive change. Our values
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We make a difference
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We’re passionate about travel, adventure, and sharing our knowledge.
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We don’t just talk about what we are going to do, we get out there and we deliver!
Make friends with the locals Mekong River Homestay
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Flexi Tour Hop-on Hop-off
Transport
Tour Leader
Accomm.
Activities
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Mekong River Homestay Spend a day coasting down the mighty Mekong river on a traditional long boat. Overnight in a remote Laos village, meet the locals, share their food and learn about their culture. This is what travel is really about.
Mandalay (2)
Bagan (2)
Kalaw
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Pay-asyou-go
Pay-asyou-go
VIETNAM
Inle Lake (2) Houay Xai
Village Stay
Mekong River Homestay
Chiang Khong
Pak Ou Caves
Places
Kong Lor
Buddhas Footprint Temple
Vientiane
Strademark
Ninh Binh
Vang Vieng (2)
Chiang Mai (2)
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Trang An Grottoes
Luang Prabang (2)
Chiang Rai
City Arrival Pack
Hanoi
LAOS
Tha Kek
Nong Khai Thien Duong (Paradise) Cave
Yangon (2)
Phong Nha (2)
Xe Champhone
THAILAND
We specialise in going further off the beaten track into unique places that are otherwise hard to reach. We call our most beautiful, most interesting and most memorable destinations ‘Strademark Places’.
Hue Hi Van Pass Bolaven Plateau
Ubon Ratchathani Ayutthaya Wat Phou
These are the places you are less likely to find in a guide book, but you’ll be talking about long after the adventure has ended!
Hoi An (2)
Pakse
Don Det 4000 Islands
Bangkok
Angkor Wat
Siem Reap (3) Battambang
Tonle Sap Lake
Bai Xep (2)
CAMBODIA Nha Trang
Kompong Chhnang
Da Lat (2) Phnom Penh (2)
Chumpon
Sihanoukville (3)
Kampot
Ho Chi Minh City (2)
Koh Tao
Koh Phangan
Round and round we go… Learning to paddle a traditional round boat in the tranquil fishing village of Bai Xep, Vietnam
(2) (3) Phuket
Strademark Places
Stray guided route
Overnight stop
Unguided connection
2/3 night stop
Ferry connection
Point of interest
City Arrival Pack
Overnight Homestay
The
Stray Way
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Travel at your own leisure
Hop-off along the way
and spend time in the places you love
Meet great people Share the journey and have more fun
Go further off the beaten track Meet the locals and spend time in traditional villages
Fully guided
to ensure you
see more and do more than you otherwise would
Accommodation + activities Included with Flexi Tours
Pay-as-you-go with passes
Travel for up to 12 months from the first day of travel
Easy, hassle-free travel on a
safe and reliable private network* * Most of Stray’s network operates on private transport including buses, vans, boats and tuk-tuks. This excludes unguided connections and our Myanmar pass which currently operates on comfortable intercity coaches.
Boats, babes and sunshine. This is living! Cruising off the coast of Vietnam
How it works
Find a trip
that’s right for you! Flexi Tour
FLEXI TOUR
‘Know before you go Natalie’ Enjoy all the ease of a tour with the flexibility to hop-off along the way. Explore buzzing cities, remote villages and geological wonders. Travel on a safe, private network with fun open-minded people and a knowledgeable Tour Leader to guide the way. Your accommodation, some meals and a selection of our favourite activities are included to ensure you make the most every destination!
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Open a world of free and adventurous travel with flexible passes and tours which enable you to do what you want, when you want.
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Ask yourself: How much time do you have? What countries are you interested in exploring?
2+ departures per week operating year round
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Safe, comfortable transport
Fun and friendly Local Tour Leader
Where you sleep
Flexibility to hop-off
Stay in a mix of family operated guesthouses, hostels and village homestays. The option of a shared or private room is usually available. Included with Flexi Tours. Pay-as-you-go with passes.
Valid for 12 months
Who’s on board It’s an energetic outgoing crowd who share a common objective ‘to have a great time’! The minimum age is 12 and 12-17 years olds must travel with a legal guardian. We have no maximum as we believe ‘age is a state of mind’.
‘Go with the flow Joe’
Pay-as-you-go
Accommodation
For those free spirits who are looking for an exciting and varied trip, but want to leave their options open. You’ll follow the same adventurous route as our Flexi Tour travellers, however you’ll choose and pay for your accommodation and activities as you go - which can be booked via your Tour Leader.
Guest houses hostels and homestays
Pay-as-you-go
Activities
Rates from (USD)
$845 - $4,095
$575 - $2,195
Where you’ll go While we visit all the 'must-do' hot spots, we are known for our Strademark Places. We venture into 'off the beaten track destinations' and enable local experiences the average traveller misses out on.
Activities on offer Along the way we stop to see and do cool things which are included with your trip. You'll also get great recommendations on other optional activities at each destination.
I feel like we got to see so many things that we might have missed out on had we not travelled with Stray.
Our top-rated activities are included
~ Jess, June 17
Choose and pay-as-you-go
Hop-off anywhere When you are ready to move on, simply book back onto the bus using Stray Mate and the adventure continues.
Hop back on! Chasing the sun Don Det’s 4000 island archipelago, southern Laos
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Find a trip that’s right for you!
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You can hop-off as often as you like with passes valid for 12 months.
How it works
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Multi-Country
5 weeks +
7 weeks +
Mekong
Lot
START: BANGKOK FINISH: HANOI
VIETNAM Mekong River Homestay
Houay Xai
Luang Prabang (2) Chiang Mai (2)
Min. Days: 40 Departs: Mon/Fri
Hanoi
LAOS
Ninh Binh
FLEXI TOUR
Vang Vieng (2)
Vientiane
Twin pp
Kong Lor Tha Kek Xe Champhone
Pass
Hue
Houay Xai
Mekong River Homestay
Luang Prabang (2) Chiang Mai (2)
Siem Reap (3) Battambang
Twin pp
Kong Lor
Vientiane
Nights: 39 Incl. 1-26 Meals: 16B, 3D
$3495
USD
Single
$4095
Tha Kek
$2195
Be lured into Laos' lush landscape, rich Buddhist culture and friendly people. Cambodia will impress with its iconic temples, beautiful beaches and a sobering history.
PASS
Nights: 26 Incl. 1-19 Meals: 6B, 3D
$2495
USD
Single
$2835
USD
Pass
$1595
USD
Xe Champhone
THAILAND
USD
Pakse
USD
MOST POPULAR
Pakse
Bangkok
FLEXI TOUR
Vang Vieng (2)
Don Det 4000 Islands
Bangkok Battambang
Hoi An (2) Sihanoukville (3)
Don Det 4000 Islands
Min. Days: 27 Departs: Mon/Fri
LAOS
PASS
Phong Nha (2)
THAILAND
See it all, do the Lot! This is Stray’s ultimate Southeast Asia tour for those with plenty of time to travel and a desire to explore the ‘big four’ including Northern Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam.
START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK
VIETNAM
Siem Reap (3)
3 weeks +
Little Mekong
CAMBODIA
START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK
Phnom Penh
Min. Days: 18 Departs: Mon/Fri
Kampot
FLEXI TOUR Bai Xep (2)
CAMBODIA
Twin pp
Laos is known for its laid back vibe and sheer beauty. Get off the beaten track to discover its hidden gems like Kuang Si Waterfalls, Kong Lor’s mighty caves and the sacred Monkey Forest.
PASS
Nights: 17 Incl. 1-15 Meals: 1B, 1D
$1685
USD
Single
$1945
USD
Pass
$1155
SD
Da Lat (2)
Phnom Penh (2) Sihanoukville (3)
Kampot
Ho Chi Minh City (2)
Strademark Places Overnight stop
(2) (3)
2/3 night stop Point of interest
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Overnight Homestay
Incl. (Inclusions): refer to page 14 Meals: B=breakfast, D=dinner (meals subject to change).
Unguided connection
Min. Days (Minimum Travel Days): The least number of days required to complete the pass without hopping off; however, we recommend you allow extra time to stop and explore destinations along the way.
Multi-Country
Early bird catches the worm, or in this case the magnificent Angkor Wat UNESCO World Heritage site, Cambodia
Multi-Country
10
Cambodia + Vietnam
Laos
VIETNAM Houay Xai
Mekong River Homestay
Long Laos
LAOS
START: CHIANG MAI FINISH: PAKSE/DON DET
Luang Prabang (2) Vang Vieng (2)
Chiang Mai (2)
Min. Days: 14 Departs: Wed/Sun
Kong Lor
Vientiane
4 weeks +
2 weeks +
VIETNAM
This is a shorter version of the Little Mekong tour which finishes in Don Det. Get the full Laos experience as you travel from the more developed North into the remote regions of the South.
LAOS
THAILAND
FLEXI TOUR
Min. Days: 24 Departs: Mon/Thurs
Twin pp Pakse
$1295
USD
Single
$1525
USD
Pass
$895
USD
1.5 weeks +
START: CHIANG MAI FINISH: VIENTIANE Min. Days: 9 Departs: Wed/Sun
FLEXI TOUR Twin pp
USD
Siem Reap (2)
Single
$945
USD
Sihanoukville (3)
Mekong River Homestay
Kampot
Ho Chi Minh City (2)
PASS Pass
$575
$2195
PASS
USD
Single
$2495
USD
Pass
1445
USD
2 weeks +
Khmer
START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK/ HO CHI MINH
FLEXI TOUR Twin pp
USD
$995
A great trip for those with little time. Explore one of the world's most revered landmarks, 'Angkor Wat', overnight in a local Cambodian village and hit the beaches.
PASS
Nights: 10 Incl. 1-3, 16-19 Meals: 4B, 2D USD
Single
$1095
USD
Pass
$695
USD
VIETNAM Hanoi
LAOS Luang Prabang (2)
Chiang Mai (2)
CAMBODIA
Go from one adventure to the next including the famous Angkor Wat temple, a Cambodian village homestay, one of the world’s largest caves and you still have time to relax on Vietnam's beautiful beaches.
Nights: 23 Incl. 1-3, 16-26 Meals: 14B, 2D
Min. Days: 11 Departs: Mon/Thurs
VIETNAM Houay Xai
Bai Xep (2)
Da Lat (2)
Nights: 8 Incl. 1-3, 5-11 Meals: 1B, 1D
$845
Twin pp
Phnom Penh (2)
The Little Laos is a shorter alternative to the Tom Yum loop, but still includes most of the Northern Laos Stray highlights including the Mekong homestay, a Stray favourite!
FLEXI TOUR
Hoi An (2)
Battambang
Little Laos
Hue
THAILAND
Bangkok
Don Det 4000 Islands
CAMBODIA
Phong Nha (2)
PASS
Nights: 13 Incl. 1-3, 5-15 Meals: 1B, 1D
START: BANGKOK FINISH: HANOI
Ninh Binh
Tha Kek Xe Champhone
Moc Bai
Hanoi
LAOS
Ninh Binh
Vang Vieng (2)
2 weeks +
Vientiane
2 weeks + Phong Nha (2)
Tom Yum START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK
THAILAND
Pack a lot into this two-week Northern Thailand and Laos loop. Cruise the Mekong by boat, overnight in an ethnic village, shop the artisan markets and dine on tasty street food.
Min. Days: 13 Departs: Mon/Fri
Bangkok
CAMBODIA
FLEXI TOUR Twin pp
$1165
Hoi An (2)
Bai Xep (2)
PASS
Nights: 12 Incl. 1-11 Meals: 1B, 1D USD
Hue
THAILAND
Single
$1325
USD
Pass
$795
Dong
START: HO CHI MINH FINISH: HANOI Min. Days: 14 Departs: Wed/Sat
FLEXI TOUR
CAMBODIA Da Lat (2)
Twin pp
USD
$1295
Adventure from the South to the North and get a taste of all aspects of Vietnamese life from big cities, behemoth caves, golden beaches, waterfalls and national parks.
PASS
Nights: 13 Incl. 1-3, 20-26 Meals: 11B USD
Single
$1495
USD
Pass
$895
USD
Ho Chi Minh City (2)
Incl. (Inclusions): refer to page 14. Meals: B=breakfast, D=dinner (meals subject to change). Min. Days (Minimum Travel Days): The least number of days required to complete the pass without hopping off; however, we recommend you allow extra time to stop and explore destinations along the way.
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Laos
Cambodia + Vietnam
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Flexi Tour The ease of travel was second to none and I got to meet so many amazing people along the way. I have made friendships that I know will last a lifetime! Bring on Stray Myanmar!" ~ Yvonne - ‘Lot traveller’, Feb 2017
Inclusions 1. Welcome Night to meet your Tour Leader and your travel buddies.
Cambodia
2. Knowledgeable Tour Leader to ensure you have the best time possible!
16. Siem Reap: By day join a full day tour of Angkor Wat, a world famous landmark, by night indulge in a 3 course dinner and be entertained by the talented Phare Circus.
3. Access to all the incredible experiences and Strademark Places included along Stray's travel network.
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Thailand 4. Ayutthaya: Explore the ruins of Thailand’s ancient capital city on a half-day boat (or bicycle) tour around Ayutthaya. 5. Chiang Mai: Soar through the tree tops on a Flight of the Gibbon zip-line adventure. 6. Chiang Rai: Visit the strange yet beautiful White Temple, a tribute to modern pop culture.
Laos 7.
Mekong River Homestay: Overnight in a remote village on the edge of the Mekong. Explore village life, spend time with the locals and feast on locally prepared cuisine.
8. Pak Ou Caves: Visit an intriguing pilgrimage site located in the cliff face of the Mekong River. 9. Luang Prabang: Swim the in spectacular Kuang Si Waterfall, and visit a bear rescue sanctuary. Learn the art of ‘sticky rice’ cultivation and the many ways to eat it at the organic Living Land Farm. 10. Near Vang Vieng: Explore Tham Jang Cave, a bunker used during a Chinese invasion in the early 19th Century. 11. Vientiane: Learn about the ongoing effects of the Vietnam War at the COPE Centre. 12. Kong Lor: Take a canoe trip into Kong Lor’s colossal 7km cave, considered one of Southeast Asia’s geological wonders. 13.
Battambang Village Homestay: Immerse yourself in Cambodian village life, learn about their food and farming techniques.
18. Kampot: Take a leisurely boat cruise on the river enjoying a cool beverage and views of Bokor National Park. 19. Phnom Penh: Tour through the infamous S21 Prison and Killing Fields and learn more about Cambodia's treacherous history under the Khmer Rouge regime.
Vietnam 20. Da Lat: Zoom into Datanla Waterfalls on a thrilling mini roller coaster. Explore Crazy Hour, the French Quarter and Paradise Lake on an 'Easyrider' full-day motorcycle tour. 21. Bai Xep: Relax and unwind into beach life in this little coastal haven. Swim, snorkel, fish or have a go at paddling a traditional round boat. 22. Hoi An: Take in all the colour and activity of Vietnamese life on the river on a scenic two hour boat cruise. 23.
Phong Nha: Explore Thien Duong Cave (Paradise Cave) one of the most magnificent caves in the world located within Phong Nha-Ke National Park.
24. Hue: Visit hat makers, tombs and the Forbidden City on an exciting motorbike tour. 25. Ninh Binh: Take a traditional canoe trip into Trang An Grottoes, often referred to as ‘Halong Bay on Land’. 26. Hanoi: Navigate through this bustling cityscape and its iconic hotspots, on a guided walking tour.
Xe Champhone: Visit Turtle Lake, a 200 year old Buddhist Library and meet the rhesus macaque monkeys of the sacred ‘Monkey Forest’.
14. Bolaven Plateau: Drive through a landscape lush with coffee and tea plantations. Cool off at the beautiful Tad Ngeuang Waterfall and sample the local coffee. 15. Don Det: Stay in a 4000 island archipelago and try spotting a rare Irrawaddy Dolphin.
They call it ‘Halong Bay on Land’ Row with a pro through Trang An Grottoes, Vietnam
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Flexi Tour Inclusions
Flexi Tour Inclusions
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Thailand
Myanmar
THAILAND
< 1 week
10 days
Pagoda START: YANGON FINISH: MANDALAY
Mandalay (2)
Min. Days: 10 Departs: Saturdays
Bagan (2) Inle Lake (2) Kalaw Village Stay
Bangkok
Bucket
This pass is designed to makes adventure travel in Myanmar fun and easy. Open your eyes to an ancient Burmese world where the culture runs rich and ox and cart still work the fields. The Pagoda Pass travels on comfortable intercity coaches with weekly departures operating during peak season (Nov - April)
PASS
Pass
$895
UNGUIDED
START: BANGKOK FINISH: BANGKOK/ PHUKET
This is an unguided return pass (bus and ferry) to the beautiful Thai Island of Koh Phangan. Unwind and relax on white sand beaches, bathe in turquoise waters, learn to scuba dive or dance the night away at the famous Full Moon Party.
Min. Days: 3
PASS
Pass
$115
USD
Koh Phangan USD
Phuket
Inclusions + Highlights Yangon (2)
+ A knowledgeable Tour Leader to guide the trip, book accommodation and activities + Transport on quality air-conditioned intercity coaches, boat and tuk tuk + Yangon: Guided city tour, including Shwedagon Pagoda, Sule Pagoda and street markets + Bagan: Half-day guided tour of Bagan’s 2000+ statuesque monuments* + Kalaw Trek: Two-day trek into the Shan hill-tribes, overnighting in an ethnic village. + Inle Lake: Longtail boat trip, where you’ll visit unusual floating farms and learn to fish like a local* + Mandalay: Guided city tour including the Royal Palace,a gold pounders workshop and more!
City Arrival Pack
+ Accommodation + extra activities: Pay-as-you-go *Entry fees to Bagan and Inle regions are not included because fees change frequently. It better serves our passengers to pay these directly (fees range $15 - $30 USD pp).
The hustle and bustle of Bangkok city can be slightly overwhelming to begin with. Get your trip off to a great start with a Bangkok Arrival Pack and get comfortably settled in before your real Stray adventure begins.
Bangkok Plus - 2N
Bangkok - 1N
Duration: 2 nights/3 days
Duration: 1 nights/2 days
Includes:
Includes:
+ Transfer from airport (or bus station) to hotel + 2 nights’ accommodation in a centrally located Hotel (air conditioned room with ensuite) + Welcome drink on arrival + 1 hour traditional Thai massage + Half day floating markets tour + 1 hour internet + 1 month luggage storage
+ Transfer from airport (or bus station) to hotel + 1 night accommodation in a centrally located Hotel (air conditioned room with ensuite)
Single
Twin
$225USD $245USD
per room
per room
Single
Twin
$115USD
per room
$125USD
per room
THAILAND
Bangkok
Take a walk back in time 700+ years! Bagan’s ancient temple city will always impress, Myanmar
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Myanmar
Thailand + City Arrival Pack
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