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Visiting 4-6 countries in East Asia/Southeast Asia possible in 4 weeks?
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Hey everyone! I'm super excited to plan a thrilling adventure through East Asia and Southeast Asia this year! With 28 days to explore, I'm thinking about spending 10-12 days in Japan, where I can't wait to revisit, followed by 7-10 days in Vietnam for my first adult experience. I'm also considering a quick 2-3 day stop in Hong Kong, plus a few more days in another country like Shanghai, Beijing, or the Philippines.
Hey guys, I'm planning to take a big trip to East Asia and Southeast Asia sometime this year! I wanted some help and suggestions on places to go. I have about 28 days (4 weeks) I can use to do the trip.
Here is my rough itinerary so far:
- Japan (10-12 days). I've already been to Japan but I loved my first visit so I want to visit again.
- Vietnam (7-10 days). This will be my first time in Vietnam as an adult. But like Japan, Vietnam is a country I want to definitiely visit when I'm in Asia.
Other places I want to visit, if I have time:
- Hong Kong (loved it the first time and it's been over 10 years since i last went, so I want to go again)
- Shanghai and Beijing in China: I've never been, but was always interested in them
- Philippines: Never been, but I heard it's really cheap and lots of beauty.
These are maybes for me:
- Thailand: I heard Thailand is nice and the food is great, but I guess I'm not that interested
- South Korea: I've already been to South Korea, it was alright but not a big deal for me
- Taiwan: Taiwan is beautiful but I've already visited so it's not top priority for me
Right now, here's my plan:
- 10-12 days in Japan
- 7-10 days in Vietnam
- 2-3 days in Hong Kong
- 2-3 days somewhere else in Asia
What do you guys think? Am I stretching myself too far? Or do you have other places I should visit instead? Would love to hear your suggestions.
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