Highlights of Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand 21 Days

Day 1: Hanoi arrival
After landing at Noi Bai International Airport, you should head for Pole No.10 outside the terminal gate. Our guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.
As this is a free day, you can choose to stay in your room to relax after a long flight or try some optional activities to experience like a local.
OPTIONAL TOUR
Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour/ From US $29/pax
Hanoi Cooking Class Half Day /From US $48/pax

Day 2: Exciting exploration of Hanoi City (Lunch)
Join us for an exciting exploration of Hanoi City led by our friendly guide. Begin your journey with a pick-up from our guide and embark on a captivating adventure.
Your first stop will be the Tran Quoc Pagoda, situated on the serene Golden Fish Island within West Lake. This pagoda, dating back to the 6th century, holds the distinction of being the oldest pagoda in Hanoi.
Next, delve into the Ho Chi Minh complex. Here, you'll have a unique opportunity to view the preserved body of Ho Chi Minh. Proceed to the One Pillar Pagoda, a distinctive place of worship dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy. Renowned as one of the most exceptional pagodas globally, its architecture is truly one-of-a-kind.
A visit to the Vietnam Ethnology Museum awaits, providing valuable insights into the rich cultures of the 54 ethnic groups that call Vietnam home.
Savor a delectable lunch at our restaurant, immersing yourself in the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine
Your journey continues with a visit to the Temple of Literature, a historical gem and Vietnam's inaugural university, established in the 11th century.
Concluding this enlightening day, we'll head to the Hoa Lo Prison Museum. Originally utilized by French colonists for political detainees during the Indochina period, the prison later housed U.S. prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. Known humorously to American POWs as the "Hanoi Hilton," this site carries significant historical weight.
As the tour comes to an end, we'll transport you back to your hotel, leaving you with a day of unforgettable experiences and newfound knowledge.

Day 3: Halong bay with Overnight on cruise (Lunch, Dinner)
Overnight Halong Bay Cruise on traditional wooden Junk: After breakfast you will leave Hanoi for the 3.5 hour journey to Halong Bay by a shuttle bus, passing through a number of North Vietnamese towns and villages. Upon arrival you will be welcomed aboard your traditional junk; designed in the same style as those that have sailed the bay for 100’s of years. Begin a relaxing and unforgettable cruise around the breathtaking and unique limestone karsts and islets. A delicious fresh seafood lunch will be served as you cruise this spectacular bay, a UNESCO listed site. After lunch you will explore some of Halong Bay's famous caves by bamboo boat or kayaking based on your preference. And then reach on the top of Soi Sim beach to have a panorama view of Halong Bay. All activities arranged by the cruise are on a shared basis.
Return to your junk boat to watch a cooking class or fruits & vegetable carving on sundeck – How to make spring rolls. Then enjoy Sunset Party together and Happy Hour (buys two drinks, gets one free from 18.00 to 19.00). It is time for chit chat and relaxing before enjoy your dinner and evening activities around the bar

Day 4: Halong Bay - Hanoi (Lunch) - Flight to Da Nang
Wake to see the sunrise over the spectacular horizon, reflecting in the pristine waters of the bay, with a cup of tea or coffee. Then join a Tai Chi class on the sundeck if you wish before enjoying breakfast in the fresh air. Continue to sail around this natural wonder. Visit to the Sung Sot Cave by walking up about 100 steps to the cave entrance and tour the cave for approximately 45 minutes. Walk down about 100 steps and return to the boat. Proper shoes are highly recommended. Return to the boat then check-out of the cabin. Start cruising towards the harbor while an A la carte lunch is served. The crew will bid you farewell and you disembark with our tender boat to the Tuan Chau Pier.
At Noi Bai International Airport, you will take a flight to Da Nang in about 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, you will be waiting to be transferred to your hotel in Hoi An. 
After check-in, you can take a rest after the long-haul transportation.

Day 5: UNESCO-designated site of My Son and Hoi An Acient Town
Spend the day exploring My Son Sanctuary on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to the UNESCO-designated site of My Son, a collection of abandoned Hindu temples where the ancient Champa dynasties held religious ceremonies. Get an up-close view of dozens of towers and lush green hills, learn about the site from a knowledgeable local guide, and enjoy relaxing a boat ride on the Thu Bon river
In the afternoon free or discover Hoi An with a own walking tour. Discover the charming, old-world trading port of narrow streets and traditional houses, former merchants’ homes, the town’s iconic 400-year old Japanese Covered Bridge and the colorful market where an array of fresh ingredients are on offer.

 
Day 6: Explore the Local Life of Hoianan (Lunch)
Our tour guide will greet you and provide your bicycle for your trip. Cycling through the paddle fields and shrimp farm
After that we will head to Tra Que vegetable village, you can relax and enjoy the peaceful countryside then stroll along the vegetable villages. As a special treat, you will be involved with digging, sowing, planting, harvesting the vegetables with hundreds of years rudimentary tools of the farmers. You will enjoy the E Water, a speciality of TraQue vegetable village, you can feel the strong medicinal flavour from many kinds of vegetables. You could will be a famer with many interseting activities.
Finish your time in Tra Que vegetable village, you will ride your bicycle leisurely passing the rice fields, villages, to come to the art of making lanterns.
You will visit craftsmen with skillful hands, showing you how to create the brightly colored lanterns. Expertly guided you could make yourself a lantern as a gift to your family.
Finish your learning, the tour guide will take you back to your hotel, finish your trip

Day 7: Flight to Ho Chi Minh City
After breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to Da Nang Airport and get on a 1.5-hour flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Our driver will wait for you at Pole No.10 and drive you to your hotel. It’s time to freely explore the city or just take a nap.
Commence your day by departing from your hotel at 8:00 AM, embarking on an enlightening half-day city tour to uncover the prominent attractions in Saigon.
Reunification Palace: Discover an impressive embodiment of Parisian architecture from the 1960s, housing an extensive collection of historical artifacts dating back to the Vietnam War.
Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral & Post Office: Immerse yourself in the splendor of French-built marvels that showcase exquisite neoclassical design, encompassing both the Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral and the Post Office.
War Remnants Museum: Experience a one-of-a-kind museum that showcases an array of documentaries, photographs, videos, and artifacts detailing the profound impact of war crimes on the Vietnamese people.
Local Market: Culminate your journey at a vibrant local market, offering you not only the opportunity to acquire souvenirs but also to partake in the art of bargaining.
Concluding the captivating sightseeing tour, you will be conveniently transported back to your hotel, allowing you the freedom to indulge in leisurely activities for the remainder of the day.

Day 9: Mekong Delta Tour Overnight Cruise (from Cai Be to Can Tho with a visit to Cai Rang Floating Market)
Start heading for Mekong Delta at 8:30, you will reach Cai Be in about 2 hours. Let’s get on the sampan boat and admire the scenic life along the riverside.
Your first stop will be a local factory where a family production makes a range of traditional products like coconut candy, rice paper, pop rice, wine, etc. Here, you can try a bite of these specialties.
Continue discovering the next stop, the world of mangrove swamps and tropical fruits - Tan Phong Island is waiting for you. You will transfer to a longtail wooden boat and sail further into the mangrove forest.
After disembarking, it’s time to sit back and relax with savory fruits and traditional performances - Don ca tai tu. This is a type of musical art and spiritual activity rooted in folk songs in South Vietnam.
Your lunch will be served with some local dishes, including deep-fried elephant-ear fish.
Afternoon :You will be transferred to Can Tho in more than 2 hours. Get to your hotel and freely discover the city in the evening.

Day 10: Cai Rang Floating Market - Chau Doc
Wake up early to depart for Cai Rang floating market. It's a great time to visit because you might see the crowds at dawn, around 5:00. You can observe amazing scenery where the locals gather at the same spot, and boats cover the river with bustling trading activities.
Our guide will take you to a floating shop that produces rice noodles and sells its products. On the way back, you will pass by a vendor and taste fresh tropical fruits.
After the boat trip, you will be dropped off at the hotel and pack your luggage to transfer to Chau Doc Province.
On the way traveling to Chau Doc, you will have lunch at a local restaurant. For your spare time, you can refer to our optional tour of Tra Su Cajuput Forest. On this excursion, you will have 3 - 4 hours to experience from a long small motorboat to a traditional sampan through the endless green and bird sanctuary.
NOTE: The Tra Su tour isn’t included in this package. The price is US $30/pax (small group) and US $50/pax (solo traveler). If you are interested, please contact our consultant to book additional service.

Day 11: Speedboat to Phnompenh
After breakfast, you will have time to prepare your luggage and check out the hotel. Transfer to the boat station and take the speed boat to Phnom Penh in approximately 5 - 6 hours.
A local driver will be waiting for you at the port in Cambodia, then drive you to your hotel for checking in. After that, you can take a nap or enjoy Phnom Penh on your own.

Day 12: Phnom Penh City Tour with Sunset Cruising

Today you will have a tour of Phnom Penh offers a comprehensive and culturally rich experience. The day's plan covers a variety of prominent landmarks, each with its own historical and architectural significance. Begin of day, we Visit the Independence Monument and the Royal Palace, a stunning example of Khmer architecture and home to the royal family. Explore the Silver Pagoda with its silver floor and precious gem ornaments. Discover Cambodia's history and culture at the National Museum, housing over 5000 artifacts. Hear the origin story of Phnom Penh at Wat Phnom. End the day with a romantic Mekong River boat cruise, capturing the sunset over the city's skyline.

Day 13: Phnompenh overland to Siemreap -  Apsara Dinner
Begin the scenic drive to Siem Reap by shared limousine bú (approximately 6 hours, including stops). Arrive in the small but expanding town of Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor and the most popular destination for travellers in all of Cambodia, perhaps even in South East Asia. You'll probably notice a change of pace here, so take a walk and enjoy the atmosphere. A visit to the old market is a must, even if you're not looking for souvenirs, wandering through the stalls and surrounding shops the silks, cottons, sarongs, silver and statues are a riot of colour and a feast for the eyes – and there will be one for your stomach too if you try some of the cheap, delicious street food! There's also a long tradition of shadow puppetry in the region, and if you're lucky you might catch a show at one of the local restaurants in the evening, perhaps while you're eating the specialty cuisine of Cambodia – amok, the name given to curry steam-cooked in banana leaves.

Day 14: Fullday Explore Angkor Temples
Being picked up at the hotel, you will begin the temple tour with the first sight - Ta Prohm Temple, one of the most famous sites in the Angkor Complex that appeared in Tomb Raider. No one can’t resist getting lost in the gorgeous ruins and mysterious tree temple.
Then, head to the ancient capital of the Angkor Empire, including Angkor Thom, where you can explore the Bayon Temple with the world-known Angkor Smile, the Elephant Terrace, Terrace of the Leper King, and the Royal Enclosure.
Afternoon : Your next destination is the national symbol of Cambodia - Angkor Wat. This architectural masterpiece is known as the world’s largest archaeological park which reserves over 150 monuments and temples.
From 15:30 to 16:00, you can hike to the top of the sunset viewpoint to catch mesmerizing sunset over the Angkor sites. This place might be crowded due to the popularity of sunset seekers.

 
Day 15: Fly to Bangkok and dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River
At the midday , you'll be transferred to the airport in time for your flight to Bangkok
Say sawadee ka to the land of smiles, starting your Thai adventure in Bangkok. Transfer to your hotel. This evening your take a great experience with an enchanting dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River. You will enjoy various Thai classical dances and a live music on board

Day 16: The Temple of Bangkok (Lunch)
After breakfast we tours visit to Royal Grand Palace, dedicated to the Thai Royal Family’s ceremony. In the same compound is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, which is famous for the Emerald Buddha Image.
After visit these complex we followed by visit to Wat Pho a house gigantic Reclining Buddha. We will board on a long tail boat trip along the Chao Phraya River and the many lively inner canals which offer some fantastic views of the local life close up. Along the way we make stopover at Wat Arun, the temple of Dawn, before lunch at a floating restaurant. In the afternoon, we will drive visit the Wat Traimit is well known as the Golden Buddha.
Return to hotel and free for relaxing.

Day 17: World Heritage site of Ayutthaya, the old capital of Siam
Embark on a guided day trip to the World Heritage site of Ayutthaya, the old capital of Siam, and visit 4 of the historical city's most remarkable temples.
Enjoy a small-group tour of the magnificent temple ruins of Ayutthaya, the capital during the golden age of Siam. All entrance fees, an expert guide, and lunch at a local restaurant are included.
Travel from Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle or choose to join the tour at your first stop in Ayutthaya, Wat Lokayasutha. This temple is known for its giant reclining Buddha image, one of the few structures remaining intact here.
Your next stop is Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, being part of the royal palace complex this is where royalty performed rituals. It is considered the most important temple of Ayutthaya.

Then, visit Wat Mahathat Ayutthaya. One of the oldest and most significant temples in the history of Ayutthaya, it once housed the Buddha's holy relic. Admire the famous Buddha head entwined within the roots of a Bodhi tree.
After, tuck into a hearty lunch at a local Thai restaurant, where your guide will be available to advise on local culinary specialties.
Last but not least, finish your trip at the grand, riverside Wat Chaiwattanaram. Marvel at its compelling architectural style, influenced by the Angkor Wat complex in Cambodia, as you wander around the monumental grounds.

 

Day 18: Bangkok Flight to Phuket
After breakfast transfer to Bangkok Airport for flight to Phuket. We will arrive in Phuket with countless stars in the sky, check in and sweet dreams!

Day 19: Explore Phang Nga Bay and James Bond island (Lunch)
7.30 a.m. : Pick up from the hotel lobby to Ao Por pier
10.30 a.m. : Depart from pier to Panak island for sightseeing & canoeing in a bat cave.
12.00 p.m. : Visit James Bond island, Khao Tapu, Khao Pingkan. (The island was
opening scene of James Bond 007 “The man with the golden gun)
01.30 p.m. : Having a great lunch on board & leisure.
02.45 p.m. : Visit Hong island with a wonderful limestone mountain & sea cave canoe.
05.00 p.m. : Reach Ao Por pier & transfer back to hotel.

Day 20: Freeday in Phuket
A great way to freely explore Phuket Island at your own pace is to rent a car with a driver. No more wasting time trying to find your restaurant, no more confusing GPS and no more stress! Just enjoy your holiday and leave the driving to a professional. It is not even that expensive!
Options include full-day (eight hours, consecutively) rentals in Phuket.
Just let us know and we will find the best option to suit your needs.
REMARK:
- Extra vehicle rental time is charged at THB 800.00 per hour, paid directly to the driver.
- Visiting Big Buddha will require an extra charge of THB 1,000.00 paid directly to the driver.
- When using car rental with driver, guests can use the car for the duration of the rental period (8 hours for full-day), but only for a single trip. Once you return to your hotel, the trip is considered finished.

Day 21: Phuket Departure
Have breakfast at the hotel and enjoy your last free time in Thailand. Following the flight time, our driver comes after and takes you to the airport.
This is the end of our long journey together. As your travel agent, we are honored to accompany you on your Indochina holiday package. We hope that you had a great time with us and we looking forward to serve you on future trips!

TOUR INCLUDED

• Air Conditinal vehicle transfer 
• English guided excursions as per program (Other languages available with surcharge)
• Excursions as mentioned in itinerary
• Entrance fees during guided time
• All service charge and government taxes 
• Accommodation based on twin or double rooms with daily breakfast, single supplement have surcharge
• Meals as mentioned in itinerary (L-Lunch, D-Dinner)

Note : The internal flights is quoted seperately upon your booking