Discovery Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand - 22 Days -Tour Route: Vietnam: Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An - Ho Chi Minh - Can Tho, Cambodia: Siem Reap, Laos: Luang Prabang, Thailand: Chiang Mai - Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Bangkok.
Day 3: Hanoi - Halong Bay
Today you will enjoy your Halong Bay cruise. It starts with about a 3.5 hour of scenic drive from Hanoi to the World Heritage Site of Halong Bay, where you can see nearly 2,000 limestone islands dot the sea and traditional sampans and junks sail the glinting water, grottos, thick forests, and hidden coves. It will be a real ocean adventure! A variety of optional activities on board like kayaking, swimming, and diving will add more fun to this trip.
Day 4: Halong Bay - Hanoi -Fly to Hue
Continue your unforgettable Halong Bay cruise. Before disembarking the cruiser, you will enjoy your brunch at around 10 am. When the cruise is finished, your guide and driver will meet you at the pier and then drive to Hanoi Airport (around 3.5 hours drive) to fly to the Imperial City - Hue. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to the hotel and free at leisure in the evening.
Day 5: Hue Sightseeing
After breakfast, you will first visit the majestic Tomb of King Ming Mang erected in 1840. Then sail the Perfume River by Royal Dragon Boat to the serene Thien Mu Pagoda, which has seven stories and is the tallest one in Vietnam. Transfer to visit Imperial Citadel with cobbled paths and tour the Forbidden Purple City, a walled fortress and palace in the former capital. Later on, absorb the energy, sounds, and odors of the bustling Dong Ba Market.
Day 6 : Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An
After a relaxing breakfast, head for Hoi An while enjoying the view of the coast and Da Nang from the top of Hai Van Pass on the way. On arrival in Da Nang, visit Non-Nuoc Beach, Cham Museum which has a fascinating collection of rare works of art, and last, the famous Marble Mountain. You will arrive in Hoi An in the afternoon, check in to the hotel upon arrival and have some free time on your own.
Day 7: Hoi An Sightseeing
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Then take a light excursion to go around the tiny town of Hoi An and visit the 400-year-old Japanese Bridge, renowned Chinese Temple, and former Vietnamese merchants' houses. your guide will tell you all the stories behind these historical relics. This afternoon you will be taken on a boat ride in the Hoai River to Thanh Ha Pottery Village. At every turn, you can see local people working on their crafts that have been handed down through generations. Enjoy the mix of peace and alive nightlight in Hoi An in the evening on your own.
Day 8 : Hoi An - Da Nang -Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Catch your flight to Ho Chi Minh City at Da Nang airport after breakfast. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and escort you to the hotel for check-in. Then you will tour the former Presidential Palace (Reunification Palace). From there, the Tan Dinh Church, Old Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street, Continental Hotel, Opera House, and City Hall are all within walking distance and are nice choices for a free stroll. The last place you will visit today is Binh Tay Market where you can find out anything there.
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City Sightseeing - Cuchi Tunnels
Early morning, head for Hoc Mon District to visit the incredible underground Cu Chi Tunnels constructed by Vietnamese fighters during the long struggle for independence. This place surely will give you a comprehensive insight into the amazing feat of engineering. Then the tour with the ornate temple of Cao Dai religion will be another highlight, where you will attend the fantastic mid-day service together with the followers. After lunch, drive back to the hotel and relax the rest of the day.
Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Can Tho
Check out and depart for My Tho to take a boat trip on the Tien River, and visit My Tho Fish Market and four islands. Continue across the Mekong River to visit the coconut candy and rice paper factory in Ben Tre. And then, have a horse cart ride along one of the most beautiful villages to Mr. Muoi Hai's house to enjoy honey tea and some seasonal fruits while listening to the traditional melody 'Tai Tu'. Row on a sampan in the Mekong River. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Then start driving to Can Tho.
Day 11: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City - Fly to Siem Reap
Rise and shine! Start your tour today with a boat cruise along the endless waterway of the mighty Mekong River to Cai Rang floating markets, where there are hundreds of boats loaded with fruits, vegetables, and fish jostling for trade. After that, drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and catch your flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and take your leisure time for the evening.
Day 12: Siem Reap Sightseeing
Breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the famous Angkor Thom Complex and be wowed by its South Gate, Bayon Temple, Elephant Terrace, etc. Have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, get ready for an incredible visit to the jaw-dropping beautiful Angkor Wat. Then continue to Bakheng Temple, meanwhile, you can enjoy a sunset view of the distant Angkor Wat in the jungle. In the evening, enjoy Apsara Dinner Show at Angkor Village Resort.
Day 13: Siem Reap Sightseeing
If you like, take an early morning trip to Angkor Wat to enjoy the stunning sunrise and brisk bird songs. You can also have a friendly talk with the monks and nuns at a nearby pagoda. After breakfast, drive to visit Banteay Srei, which is renowned for its intricate decoration carved in pinkish sandstone. See some local villages on the way. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Then continue to visit Ta Prohm Temple bounded by massive roots of huge trees and Takeo Temple, a pyramid of five levels reaching a total height of 40m. After the tour, have some leisure time on your own.
Day 14 : Siem Reap -Fly to Luang Prabang
Transfer to the edge of the Tonle Sap Lake through the countryside to board a local longtail boat to reach Kompong Phluk, an isolated community of three villages built on stilts. You will take a small boat through the flooded mangrove forests and observe rare wildlife. After lunch at a local restaurant, proceed to the airport for your afternoon flight to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to the hotel for check-in, the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 15: Luang Prabang Sightseeing
One thing you can not miss this morning, observe the Morning Alms-giving Ritual and also visiting Morning Market or Phousi Market. After breakfast, start the tour to visit Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Visoun, and the Royal Palace Museum. After that, drive to the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfall where you can chill with a refreshing swim in the turquoise pools or a walk along the forest trails. Have picnic lunch near the waterfall and enjoy the pleasant air there. Drive back to Luang Prabang with a short stop at Ban Ouray Village. Arrive in the town before sunset. If you like, climb up to Mountain Phousi for sunset.
Day 16: Luang Prabang Sightseeing
After breakfast, enjoy a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which gives you a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside, and an interesting visit to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, which are crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along the way, stop off at the village of Ban Xang Hai, where they make the distillation of local rice wine. On return, take a short drive to Ban Xang Khong - well known for its hand weaving. Drive back to Luang Prabang overnight.
Day 17 : Luang Prabang - Fly to Chiang Mai
After breakfast, free at leisure until hotel check-out and transfer to the airport for the flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival, head to the hotel for check-in. Discover Chiang Mai at your own pace.
Day 19: Chiang Mai - Fly to Bangkok
After breakfast, drive to Doi Suthep with a stopover to visit Wat Umong, a 700-year-old Buddhist temple that is calm for meditation and finding life's purposes. Later, ride up the well-paved, winding road until you reach the magical staircase leading to the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a highly revered temple that sits on the top of Mount Doi Suthep overlooking Chiang Mai. Remember your wonderful time in this city because you'll fly to Bangkok next. Upon your arrival, your guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel.
Day 20: Bangkok Sightseeing
After breakfast, you will head to the colorful flower and vegetable market to experience real local life. To avoid the crowd, your next visit in the morning is the highlight of today's tour - the renowned Grand Palace, one of the must-sees that adjoin Wat Phra Kaew. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant nearby Grand Palace. In the afternoon, take a long-tail boat ride along the canal to explore the greener and more peaceful part of Bangkok. The last stop for today is Wat Arun, which is one of the most published images of Bangkok.
Day 21: Bangkok - Ayutthaya - Bangkok
Today, you will enjoy an excursion to Ayutthaya, an ancient city as the former Thai capital for 400 years with past glory and beauty that remains traceable. Firstly, visit Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, which combines various types of architecture ranging from Thailand to China. Later, head to Ayutthaya Historical Park. Here, you will marvel at the Buddha's head within a tree in Wat Mahathat, learn about the history behind Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, and see the huge bronze Buddha inside Wihan Phra Mongkhon Bophit. After the tour, return to your hotel in Bangkok.
Day 22: Bangkok - Departure
Today, you will have free time before being transferred to the airport for your departure flight.
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