Looking for a wonderful summer trip with exotic scenery and culture? Come to Southeast Asia. There are excellent beaches and scenic areas, appetizing food, incredible Buddhist temples, lush rainforests, lovely elephants, welcoming people...
Compared with the peak season around the Christmas and New Year holidays, traveling for a summer vacation in Southeast Asia is cost-effective.
What's the Weather like in Southeast Asia in Summer
Tropical Southeast Asia enjoys warm and hot weather in summer. The average temperature range is around 26–33°C (79–91°F).
The rainy season in most Southeast Asian countries comes in the summer. But Malaysia's east coast and Bali stay sunny and bright.
The monthly average for rainy days is around 15–18. It usually rains in the afternoon and at night, though, so rain doesn't have such a big impact on travel activities.
Compared with July and August, June is a better time for a trip due to relatively low rainfall and smaller crowds.
All in all, Southeast Asia is an underrated early-summer destination. As long as you plan properly and flexibly, and know the weather forecast well, the rainy season is not a big problem.
Just contact us to plan a hassle-free summer trip.
Check out more weather details on our Best Times to Visit Southeast Asia, Vietnam and Cambodia, and Thailand and Vietnam.
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My husband and I are planning a 3 week…
Alisa was a great listener to all the things we wanted to incorporate into our trip. We discussed everything throughly, and when I had questions, she had answers the next day. I really appreciate her responsiveness and detail with me. I feel like we are in the best hands with Alisa and Asia Highlights. More
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Very great experience our driver D was…
Very great experience our driver D was never late and always had waters and a cold towel for us and our tour guide Som was very informative and had amazing English I recommend them both highly for anyone else traveling More
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Excellent guide in Siem Reap
Our recent time spent in Siem Reap was made even more memorable by our expert guide, Som Piseth. Som was knowledgeable, attentive, flexible and super helpful - we learnt so much about Siem Reap and Cambodia in our 3 days with him. His English was excellent and his knowledge of, and pride in, his country was outstanding. We would highly recommend Som for anyone wanting an excellent guide in Siem Reap! More
Sharon Townshend, Feb 2024
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Asia Highlights trip to Thailand
Our first tour guide in Bangkok, Marie, was great to tour around with. She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and spoke wonderful English. Our next stop in Chang Mai we were greeted by our new tour guide, Rafael. He too was extremely friendly and knowledgeable and spoke wonderful English. He made it feel as if we were traveling around with a long time friend. Every time we arrived at a new destination, we were greeted at the airport by someone with a sign with our name making our travels easy. I would definitely recommend Asia Highlights to anyone looking for a well planned trip of a lifetime! More
Tricia, Feb 2024
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Amazing Thailand experience
The tour guides were all knowledgeable and accommodating, especially Mayuree in Bangkok- absolutely wonderful. We felt taken care of and every step of the way was catered to our needs. More
Ashley White, Feb 2024
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Private tour perfect for our times
Asia highlights organized a private tour with our requests. Everything was perfect ?? the driver Tom and the guide Ying were always on time with a smile in their face. Always willing to help and make our trip perfect. Bangkok is a very hot city so we minimized the time outside. The driver always had cold towels for us in the van and cold beverages. More
Virginia, Feb 2024
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Thailand
We loved Chiang Mai and Susie did a great job showing us several temples, taking many pictures of us with the elephants at the sanctuary (a definite highlight of the entire trip!), and making sure we were well fed, which became a running joke between us.We had a very relaxing few days in Phuket enjoying the beautiful beaches. Kai was great, answering all of our questions and giving us a nice tour of the old town. The all-day speedboat tour of the Phi Phi islands started off a little shaky as the sea was quite rough so if you’re at all uncomfortable bouncing around in a speedboat, you might want to skip that tour. Things did calm down as the day went on and some of the areas they took us to for swimming, snorkeling, etc were really beautiful. A couple of the islands were too crowded with people. More
Andrea Roberts, Feb 2024
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What a Wonderful Trip
What a Wonderful Trip! We booked with Sharon and our trip was great - guides were waiting for us at each stop, and they were all very nice and helpful. I cannot stress how amazing the guides were - they made the trip. More
Rachel, Feb 2024
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Ask for Victor!
If you are traveling to Bangkhok you need to request Victor. He made our trip amazing! My family completed bucket list items with his guidance. He knew exactly how to get us places, kept us on time, made us feel safe, educated us on history, spoke excellent English and was genuinely a nice man! Everyone we encountered was awesome- but Victor is the reason for my 5 star review! More
Sandy, Jan 2024
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Thank you Alisa for helping us plan a…
Thank you Alisa for helping us plan a wonderful trip to Thailand. We had a great time. The tour guides were wonderful as were the hotels you booked for us. We will definitely contact you to plan our next trip More
Carol Yeung, Jan 2024
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Ying was the best
Ying was the best. She was really knowledgeable and kind. Thank you Ying for wonderful experience in Thailand! More
Sylvester Yeung, Jan 2024
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Very well organized
Very well organized. Our tour guide, Ying, was amazing! She had full knowledge of every location we visited and made sure our itinerary was fulfilled as expected. She was extremely helpful for our airport experiences, and made sure we arrived at an appropriate time. More
David M. Kang, Jan 2024
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Family trip to Thailand
We were lucky to be greeted by Marie and her driver.In Marie, we have made a friend for life. She is incredibly smart and knowledgeable about her home country. From the vast number of temples to safely traversing Chinatown.She helped give us tips on our free days, locate left behind lost clothing and arrange for pickup. She even helped check us in for our flight to Chiang Mai.She prepared us ahead of time for every event we had scheduled and bonded with our kids, 3x 13 year olds. More
Justin Levenbrook, Jan 2024
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Thailand with and amazing tour guide Ying
I highly recommend Ying as a tour guide in Thailand. Her expertise in Thai culture, combined with her passion for food and genuine love for her country, made the tour an exceptional experience. If you're looking for a guide who will not only show you the sights but also immerse you in the local culture and help you discover delicious Thai cuisine, Ying is the perfect choice. More
Diana Irizarry, Jan 2024
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Asia Highlights Thailand trip
Asia Highlights provided us with a great travel trip. They made it very easy to navigate through Thailand with everything going very smoothly. From the easy transportation to the great day itinerary everything was awesome. Will definitely look to use this agency again in the future. More
Taylor Jones, Jan 2024
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Perfect 2 WK Thailand Trip for a Solo Female Traveler
Bank was our guide in Bangkok and he showed us around the city with ease and we were able to see and try things I never would have planned on my own. After Bangkok, our small group flew to Chiang Mai for Yi Peng lantern festival and that was a breathtaking experience that I will never forget! Pop was our guide in this city and she was knowledgeable, kind and caring which made our experience even more memorable. More
Tia, Dec 2023
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We recently have just returned from Thailand
We recently have just returned one from a 5 week trip to Thailand through Asia Highlights. We had a wonderful time and Asia Highlights went beyond our expectations. They truly tried their best to make sure everything went smoothly and we were taken care of! Everyone was amazing and we would definitely use them in the future!! Many thanks to everyone that helped to make this an incredible once in a lifetime experience!! More
Karen Rocque, Dec 2023
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Indochina Experience
On our 5th day of our trip with Asiahighlights. We felt well taken care of before and it hasn’t changed since we started from Bangkok to Hanoi (guide Kim was verrry knowledgeable!) to Halong Bay (spectacular scenery) to Hoi An (guide Nhieu Tran, giving great local (shopping) tips and insights). More
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6 Best Destinations in Southeast Asia to Visit in Summer
Here you can find some recommended destinations for your potential Southeast Asia trip in the summer.
1. Thailand
City exploring is good to do in Thailand in the wet season, especially in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, where many sheltered and indoor attractions are less affected by rainfall and fun to visit.
For beaches, we recommend Koh Samui. Koh Samui enjoys a sunnier time in summer, with only moderate rainfall, while Phuket (and most of the rest of Thailand) suffers from wet-season rainfall.
Since the monsoon rain usually falls in the afternoon or early evening, we recommend arranging sightseeing or outdoor activities in the morning, such as visiting the elephant camp and the floating markets.
Indoor activities are better to do in the afternoon, like learning to make traditional Thai lanterns or attending a cooking class.
Check out how to plan a family trip to Southeast Asia>>>
2. Vietnam
Central Vietnam remains dry and sunny in summer, making it the best region of Vietnam to visit, with beaches in Da Nang and Nha Trang particularly pleasant. Near Hoi An, which is perfect for kids, you could experience Vietnamese farming, make traditional Vietnamese clothes (ao dai dresses), and ride bikes in the countryside.
The north and south may suffer more rain in the wet season, but sightseeing in cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh is still good to do, for example visiting the Vietnam War Museum and street food hunting.
Wet season is also harvest time for the Mekong Delta's appetizing fruits. The floating markets there are also less influenced by the afternoon downpours.
3. Cambodia
Cambodia offers fresh and lush greenery and quiet temples in the summer holidays.
Temple visiting is the main activity in Cambodia. The rainy season shouldn't stop you visiting Angkor Wat. At the large temple complex, the freshness after the rain actually adds to the atmosphere.
The rainfall also makes wet season the best time to visit the floating villages around Lake Tonle Sap by boat. The air is especially clean and fresh after a cloudburst.
4. Bali
In summer, the weather in Bali is at its best — brightest, driest, and sunniest. It is one of the few Southeast Asian countries not affected by the June–August rainy season.
So, if you're looking for a destination where you can get the most out of the sun and sea in (northern hemisphere) summer, Bali is definitely one of the best places to go.
Bali's best weather is ideal for various exciting wild discovery activities for both kids and adults, like white water rafting, paddy fields cycling, "monkey forest" exploring, vintage Volkswagen sightseeing, and more.
If you prefer relaxing and leisurely experiences, you could go on a sunset cruise, take part in a cooking class, enjoy a world-class spa,...
Find more itinerary ideas for 2-week in Southeast Asia.
5. Singapore
Singapore also offers its nicest weather in "summer", when most of the rest of SE Asia is having .
Though it is a small country, there are still many things to do, especially for kids.
There you can experience a special duck boat (an amphibious tour craft), see various marine life in one of Asia's largest aquariums, and have fun in Universal Studios (with your kids).
Explore its melting pot of ethnic cultures, hawker food centers, modern night views, and find parks — wonderful for adults and kids.
Further reading: How to Plan a Trip to Singapore and Thailand>>>
6. Malaysia
Malaysia's east coast also promises an ideal dry-and-sunny summer holiday for you and your family.
Semporna on the east coast is the place to go. Whether you're looking for a private island to relax on, snorkeling with your kids, visiting a marine park, or exploring the mysterious sea gypsy lifestyle and culture, Semporna has it all.
Further reading: How to Plan a Trip to Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore>>>
Summer Itinerary Options — The Best 2
Here are two recommended itineraries for a summer trip in Southeast Asia. Choose according to your own needs... All our sample schedules can be adjusted based on your group size, travel length and dates, and other needs.
1. Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia
In addition to experiencing the food and scenery of Southeast Asia, if you and your family want to experience its history and culture as well, including some handmade craft experiences, then we recommend a combination of these three countries.
Although there will be rain, it should have little impact on the overall tour. The biggest consideration is the choice of Thai islands... Koh Samui is easily the best choice. Phuket (and Thailand's west coast) is not recommended because the rainy season interferes with beach activities there.
You would need about 2 to 3 weeks to explore these three countries. Here's a sample itinerary:
- Days 1–8: Vietnam sightseeing with a Halong Bay cruise and discovering Vietnam War relics
- Days 9–11: Cambodia sightseeing with the famous Angkor Wat
- Days 12–19: Thailand sightseeing with an elephant park, temple visiting, a Thai-lantern-making experience, and beach time in Koh Samui
If you are interested in the itinerary, you can find more details on our 19-Day Highlights of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam page.
Or check out the weather details of summer in Vietnam and Cambodia>>>
2. Singapore and Bali
If rainfall is to be avoided for you and your family, then you should consider Bali and Singapore. The good weather conditions there ensure a sunny and bright (northern hemisphere) summer holiday.
You should set aside 10 to 14 days for a trip to Singapore and Bali. Here is a sample itinerary:
- Days 1-6: Singapore sightseeing with food exploration, cycling experience, and local culture discovery.
- Days 7-13: Bali relaxation with a cooking class, Monkey Forest visiting, temple tours, and, of course, beach time.
If you would like a trip like that, see more on our 13-Day Private Singapore and Bali Journey of Discovery.
The Cost of a Summer Trip in Southeast Asia
You'd get savings of about 50 to 100 percent on airfares and hotel rates for summer travel in much of Southeast Asia, compared with its peak season from November to February, especially instead of the Christmas and New Year holiday period.
An adult's daily expenses for a private tour would be around US$200–250, including air fares within Southeast Asia, 4- or 5- star hotels, authentic lunches, attractions, guiding, and transfers. Kids under 10 would get 30–50% off.
Booking early may secure still better discounts. You could enjoy the security of a 100% refund of any payments made to Asia Highlights for any cancelations made up to 3 weeks before departure (see more on our booking policy).
Crowding in Southeast Asia in Summer
Although Southeast Asia is in the rainy season in summer, Southeast Asia is still the choice of many families, especially from neighboring countries during summer vacation.
But you can still expect smaller crowds than in its peak season (winter season), especially in June, when most countries haven't started their summer holidays.
If you have any concerns or requirements, just contact us. Our consultants will listen and answer your inquiries carefully, and prepare the best plan for you.
We truly understand that every single big trip planned for our clients is not just for the good memories, but also for joyful celebrations, forming milestones in their lives.
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All our tours can be adjusted. You are warmly welcomed to have us customize your trip based on your interests, budget, and other needs through our Create My Trip service.
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