Itinerary Details
This is a comprehensive tour for the splendor of Southeast Asia through Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand. Bring yourself into the real soul of Southeast Asia and discover more than just temples. From historic relics to modern prosperity, time-honored culture to natural landscapes. Packed up the most mesmerizing wonders of Southeast Asia, your truly wonderful holiday has begun with us.
Upon landing at Hanoi's Noi Bai International Airport, your local guide will greet you with a welcome board and take you to your city-center hotel. Feel free to relax or explore the charming streets of Hanoi at your leisure.
Accommodation option:
- Tirant Hotel Hanoi
- (4 Ratings)
breakfast and lunch
Start your day at the Ho Chi Minh Complex, visiting Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where the national hero’s body is preserved. Continue to Ba Dinh Square, where he declared Vietnam’s independence in 1945, followed by a visit to the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House.
Nearby, explore the One Pillar Pagoda, an iconic Vietnamese landmark shaped like a lotus flower.
Next, visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, built in 1070 to honor Confucius and celebrate the country’s top scholars.
Head to Hanoi’s famous Train Street for incredible photos of trains passing just inches from homes. Enjoy coffee at a trackside café, soaking in the unique atmosphere.
Visit the infamous Hỏa Lò Prison, known as the "Hanoi Hilton," where American POWs, including John McCain, were once held.
End the day with a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter and a mesmerizing Water Puppet Show.
Accommodation option:
- Tirant Hotel Hanoi
- (4 Ratings)
Old Quarter
Temple of Literature
breakfast and lunch and dinner
08:00 - 08:30 Shuttle bus picks you up from your hotel and transfers you to Halong Bay.
12:00 - 12:15 Arrive at Tuan Chau Island, check in at Aquamarine Cruise.
12:30 Enjoy a welcome drink and a short briefing on the itinerary and safety regulations.
13:00 - 14:30 Delight in lunch at restaurant while cruising past the stunning islets of Halong Bay.
14:30 - 15:30 Visit Titov Island—hike to the top for panoramic views or relax on the beach.
15:45 - 16:45 Explore Luon Cave by bamboo boat or kayak, admiring its limestone formations and clear waters.
17:15 - 19:00 At sunset, the cruise anchors overnight. Enjoy Happy Hour (17:30 - 18:30), a Vietnamese cooking class, and live music by a Filipino band** at L'Odyssée Sundeck or Piano Lounge.
19:00 - 22:00 Savor a Western set dinner at restaurant, crafted by our skilled chef.
20:30 - 23:00 After dinner, unwind with drinks* at the Piano Lounge, try squid fishing, or watch a movie in your cabin.
Accommodation option:
- Aquamarine Cruise
- (4 Ratings)
Halong Bay
breakfast and lunch
05:30 – 06:00 - Greet the first light of the day on the sundeck, warming up your body with a Tai Chi lesson, or enjoy some leisure time in your room.
06:15 – 06:45 - Light breakfast (continental style with pastries, tea, coffee, and juices).
07:00 – 07:45 - Enjoy kayaking around the boat.
09:00 – 10:30 - Prepare for check-out and enjoy brunch served from 9:30 to 10:30.
10:30 - Trip ends, and you will leave the boat, transferred back to the pier, where you can wait for your shuttle service to your next destination.
Afterward, our private car will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Upon arrival at Ho Chi Minh Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Accommodation option:
- Eden Star Hotel
- (4 Ratings)
Halong Bay
breakfast and lunch
On this full-day tour, depart Ho Chi Minh City at 08:00 for a scenic drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Watch a short video on their construction before exploring the tunnel system, mantraps, an American tank, and bomb craters.
In the afternoon, visit the Reunification Palace, where the ‘American War’ ended in 1975. Continue to the War Remnants Museum for a poignant look at war’s impact, then explore the Notre Dame Cathedral and Old Post Office, stunning examples of French colonial architecture.
End the tour at Ben Thanh Market, a bustling spot with everything from souvenirs to silk Ao Dais.
Accommodation option:
- Eden Star Hotel
- (4 Ratings)
Cu Chi tunnels
Old Saigon Post Office
breakfast and lunch
Start your day with a scenic two-hour drive to Ben Tre, where the tranquil waters of the Ham Luong River welcome you. Embark on a leisurely cruise, stopping along the way to visit local workshops, including a brick kiln, coconut processing site, and traditional mat-weaving house, gaining insight into the region’s rich craftsmanship.
Step into a peaceful village for a short walk, immersing yourself in the rhythms of Delta life. Then, hop onto a Xe Loi (motorized rickshaw) and ride through the countryside to a riverside restaurant, where you’ll savor a delicious lunch featuring local specialties like elephant ear fish and river shrimp.
After lunch, relax on a traditional sampan, drifting through the narrow, palm-fringed canals that define the Mekong Delta’s beauty. Finally, return to the main river and re-board your boat for the journey back, bringing your Delta adventure to a serene close.
Accommodation option:
- Eden Star Hotel
- (4 Ratings)
Mekong Delta
breakfast
Transfer to the airport with your guide and driver for your flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, meet your Cambodian guide and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring at your own pace.
Accommodation option:
- Khmer Mansion Residence
- (4 Ratings)
breakfast and lunch
Start your morning at Angkor Thom, where the iconic Bayon Temple awaits with its countless serene, smiling stone faces. Stroll to the Elephant Terrace, a grand platform once used for royal ceremonies, offering a glimpse into the splendor of the Khmer Empire.
In the afternoon, explore Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s national symbol and one of the world’s largest religious monuments. Admire its intricate bas-reliefs, majestic towers, and rich history. Conclude your day at Bakheng Temple, perched atop Bakheng Hill, where you can enjoy a breathtaking sunset view over Angkor Wat.
Accommodation option:
- Khmer Mansion Residence
- (4 Ratings)
Angkor Wat
breakfast and lunch
Start your day at Banteay Srei, a stunning 10th-century Hindu temple renowned for its intricate pink sandstone carvings. Continue to Banteay Samre, an early 12th-century temple inspired by Angkor Wat’s grand design.
Next, stop at Preak Dak Village to sample authentic Cambodian delights like Nom Banh Chok (rice noodles with vegetables) and Steam Palm Cake.
In the afternoon, explore Kompong Phluk, a floating village on Tonle Sap Lake, where stilt houses rise above the water, and the flooded forest creates a surreal landscape. Enjoy a picturesque sunset before returning to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
Accommodation option:
- Khmer Mansion Residence
- (4 Ratings)
Banteay Srei Temples
Tonle Sap Lake
breakfast
Depart for the airport with the company of your guide and driver for flight to Bangkok. On arrival, be welcomed and transferred to your hotel by your Thailand guide. The rest of the day is yours to do some exploration on your own.
Accommodation option:
- Eleven Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
- (4 Ratings)
breakfast and lunch
This morning, you will visit the Grand Palace, a fantastic example of an ancient Siamese court and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew), which is the most sacred temple in Thailand and home to the revered Emerald Buddha, located in the complex of the palace. Then, take the locals vehicle like a tuk-tuk to Wat Pho to see this 150-foot-long reclining Buddha statue.
Next, take a boat tour of the city's famous canals, and then sail on the Chao Phraya River. You can also visit Wat Arun, known as Temple of Dawn, most published images of Bangkok.
Accommodation option:
- Eleven Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit 11
- (4 Ratings)
Grand Palace
Long-tail Boat on Ancient Canals of Thonburi
breakfast and lunch
Depart in the early morning and drive about 2 hours to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Every day many Thai and foreign tourists travel here to shop, eat and absorb the atmosphere of floating market. After having lunch at a local restaurant, you will be transferred to the airport for the flight to Phuket in southern Thailand. Upon arrival, you will be met and check-in at the hotel. The rest of day is at leisure.
Accommodation option:
- Novotel Phuket Resort
- (4 Ratings)
Damnoen Saduak Market
breakfast and lunch
After breakfast, you will take a private air-conditioned van to Ao Por Pier. You can enjoy free coffee, tea and dessert before boarding the boat (join-in boat) to enter Phang Nga National Park. There, you will snorkel and swim in the tranquil blue water and enjoy the beauty of scenery around the area. Later, you will kayak into the Bat Cave or Mangrove Cave to see the rugged stalactite rock formations.
After enjoying a luxury buffet lunch on board, you will continue you trip by boat to the famous James Bond Island. The marvelous movie "Golden Gun" was shot here. After swim and have relax on the beach, return to Ao Por Pier and take a private van back to your hotel.
Accommodation option:
- Novotel Phuket Resort
- (4 Ratings)
Ao Phang Nga National Park
James Bond Island
breakfast
On this free day, you might like to start your beach holiday with an island-hopping tour to lesser-tourist island clusters. There are different secluded islands to explore by beautiful coral reefs with snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities, and Phuket islands featuring amazing sea views with lush mountains and long white sandy beaches.
Accommodation option:
- Novotel Phuket Resort
- (4 Ratings)
Phuket
breakfast
Say goodbye to Thailand! At the scheduled time, meet your guide for a smooth transfer to the airport for your homeward flight. Safe travels!