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Duration
15 days
Max Group Size
20
Departure Type
Request
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
moderate
Operated In
English
Tour Overview
How about spending 15 days exploring Indochina? Where ancient traditions interweave seamlessly with some breathtaking scenery. Guests could commence the adventure in Vietnam amidst Hanoi's bustling thoroughfares, then perhaps discover serenity among the tranquil rice fields of Mai Chau. Then, imagine beholding the architecturally distinctive temples of Luang Prabang in Laos, before delving into the historical narratives of Cambodia's world heritage site, Angkor Wat. It's a magnificent opportunity to uncover hidden cultures, savour delectable local culinary delights, and witness unforgettable sunsets. Sounds rather appealing, wouldn't you agree?
Route
Starts from
Hanoi
Ends in
Siem Reap
Pickup Location
Hanoi, 14:00
Dropoff Location
Siem Reap, 12:00
Highlights
Itinerary
- Arrive in Hanoi with airport assistance for immigration and baggage claim.
- Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
- Experience "A Day in the Life of a Hanoian" with
visits to a local house, Gioi Market, and coffee along the urban railway.
- Take a half-day city tour visiting colonial buildings, the
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (outside), One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh's House, and
the Temple of Literature.
- Enjoy an evening street food tour, sampling local dishes and experiencing Hanoi's nightlife.
- Overnight in Hanoi.
- Depart Hanoi for a 4.5-hour drive to Mai Chau.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant.
- Enjoy light trekking through White Thai Minority villages
and interact with locals.
- Overnight in Mai Chau.
- Embark on a full-day trek exploring four Thai villages, rice
fields, and farms.
- Enjoy lunch and rest at a local house.
- Overnight in Mai Chau.
- After breakfast, transfer to Ninh Binh (approx. 4-hour
drive).
- Check into your hotel with the remainder of the day free.
- Overnight in Ninh Binh.
- Visit temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le dynasty kings.
- Climb Mua Cave for panoramic views of the "Ha Long Bay
on Land" area.
- Explore Hang But (Buddhist Cave) by sampan and continue to
Thung Nham bird valley.
- Overnight in Ninh Binh.
- Transfer from Ninh Binh to Halong (approx. 3-3.5 hours).
- Board the cruise for check-in and welcome drink.
- Enjoy lunch while cruising into Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay.
- Visit Ao Ech for kayaking and later enjoy a swim at Tra Bau.
- Participate in a cooking demonstration and savor a fusion dinner.
- Overnight on board with options for squid fishing or board
games.
- Start the day with Tai Chi on the sundeck and a light
breakfast.
- Explore Trung Trang Cave on Cat Ba Island.
- Check out from the cruise and enjoy brunch.
- Transfer back to Hanoi airport for your flight to Luang
Prabang (QV314 @ 1850-2000).
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
- Overnight in Luang Prabang.
- Explore UNESCO-protected Luang Prabang, visiting the Royal
Palace (National Museum) and various temples like Wat Visoun, Wat That Luang,
Wat Mai, and Wat Xieng Thong.
- Climb Mount Phousi for panoramic views.
- Spend the afternoon at Kuang Si Waterfall, with stops at Phousi Market and Ock Pop Tock Weaving Centre.
- Overnight in Luang Prabang.
- Observe the early morning alms giving ceremony.
- Visit a local market and return to the hotel for breakfast.
- Enjoy a half-day river cruise to Pak Ou Caves, with a stop at Ban Muang Keo village.
- Overnight in Luang Prabang.
- Participate in a blessing ceremony at Wat Sene temple.
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap (VN931
@ 1445-1610).
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.
- Overnight in Siem Reap.
- Begin early with a sunrise viewing at Angkor Wat's West
Gate.
- Explore Angkor Wat, Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm, Ta Keo, Chau Say
Tevoda, and Thommanon temples.
- Visit Angkor Thom, including the South Gate, Bayon Temple, Terrace of Elephants, and Terrace of the Leper King.
- Overnight in Siem Reap.
- Drive to Beng Mealea for exploration.
- In the afternoon, visit Kampong Khleang on Tonle Sap Lake via boat cruise.
- Overnight in Siem Reap.
- Discover the Kulen Elephant Forest for an ethical elephant
experience.
- Enjoy a sunset quadbike trip around the Siem Reap countryside, visiting rural villages and observing daily life.
- Overnight in Siem Reap.
- Enjoy free time at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Trip includes
Included
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
Vegan
Vegetarian
MeatHanoi arrival airport assistance
Vietnam one month single entry e-visa
Mineral water and fresh towel on vehicle
Entry fees for sightseeing
Airfares: HAN-LPQ/LPQ-SAI
Taxes: V.A.T
Excluded
Other airport assistances.
Laos visa.
Cambodia visa.
Early check in /late check out.
Other flights and airport taxes.
Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not noted specifically mentioned in the program.
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