Sandra Aguinaldo in Cambodia's famous Angkor Wat

CEBU, Philippines - Backpacking or travelling independently on a shoe-string budget has become a popular alternative to the regular form of tourism. For these backpackers, having no fixed itinerary affords them a journey that goes beyond seeing the sights. The journey leaves them with a deeper understanding of the cultures, places, people and everything in between.

This Monday, join first-time backpacker Sandra Aguinaldo as she packs her bags to visit the heart of the backpacking universe Khao San Road, Bangkok.

In part two of her amazing voyage, she crosses the border to Cambodia and on to Vietnam.  

Her path takes her to Siem Reap to witness the sunrise at the breathtaking temple of Angkor Wat the world’s largest religious monument. From there, she heads off to quaint Ho Chi Minh City to taste all the wonderful flavours Vietnam has to offer.

This January, find out how far her feetand her budgetcan take her. Three countries, one unforgettable I-Witness journey.

Watch I-Witness this Monday night on GMA 7 after Saksi. (FREEMAN)