15 days
HIGHLIGHT INDOCHINA
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Vietnam - Hanoi & surrounding areas, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh & surrounding areas
Laos - Luang Prabang
Cambodia - Angkor, Siem Reap
13:00
Airport pick up
Upon arrival, welcome by tour guide in Siem Reap transfer you to hotel and check in.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
14:00
West Baray Big Pond
Transfer to visit West Baray Big Pond, a “baray” is a water reservoir built by the ancient Khmer people.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
15:00
Wat Thmei, Pre Rup temple
Then turn to Wat Thmei (Killing Field) contains a unique glass-walled stupa containing the bones of victims of the Khmer Rouge. Some of the bones were recovered from a nearby well while others are the remains of soldiers who died on a nearby battlefield. It is time to visit Pre Rup temple for a romantic sunset view.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
19:00
Dinner and enjoy Apsara, the traditional Khmer dance
After the short rest we would have welcome dinner with Apsara, the traditional Khmer dance - drama performance, which are not merely dance but also telling a story. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
08:00
South Gate of Angkor Thom
Explore South Gate of Angkor Thom known as Big Angkor, 3km2 walled and moated royal city and was the last capital of the Angkorian Empire, The famous Bayon Temple was an architectural muddle, in part because it was constructed in a somewhat piecemeal fashion for over a century.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
09:30
Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King
Visit terrace of the Elephants, two and a half meter tall, 300 meter long terrace wall adorned with carved elephants and gradual that spans the heart of Angkor Thom in front of Baphuon - huge temple mountain in the heart of Angkor Thom, Royal Palace Area and Phimeanakas - impressive rite and sandstone pyramid. Terrace of the Leper King is at the north end of the Terrace of the Elephants, a double terrace wall with deeply carved nag as, demons and other mythological beings.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
11:00
Ta Prohm temple
Last you will visit Ta Prohm temple which is a wonderful combination of human genius and natural beauty. Giant trees have grown here for centuries.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
14:00
Angkor Wat temple
Afternoon visit Angkor Wat temple, the founder of the temple was Suryavarman II who reigned Cambodia from 1113 to 1152 and built the five towers in the 12th century to dedicate to the Hindu God Vishnu. The plan of the pyramidal conception of the temple combined with spaces, alleys, ditches is an ancient masterpiece of architectural design and construction.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
08:00
Tonle Sap lake
Morning visit Floating Villages, located 10 kilometers south of Siem Reap. Take a ride in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap, the "Great Lake" of Cambodia and the largest in Asia.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
10:00
Wat Bo
Then visit Wat Bo founded in the 18th century, a highly respected pagoda contains very unique wall paintings of the Reamker (Ramayana) that are said to be late 19th century.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
11:00
Psar Chars market
We continue to one of the city’s lively open markets, Psar Chars, also called the “Old Market”, where anything and everything is for sale.
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
13:00
Puok
Last we will visit Puok, the real and original place of the Artisans d’Angkor silk, where you will see the full process of silk producing, from the silk worms munch on the Mulberry leaves to spin their cocoons which used to make silk warp. You of course will see the weaving work and purchase the high quality silk products as a beautiful Cambodia souvenir.
14:00
Airport transfer
Straight to Siemreap airport for your flight to Luang Prabang.
22:00
Airport pick up
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city or simply relax. Overnight in Luang Prabang
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Luang Prabang, Laos
08:00
Royal Palace Museum
Your half day city tour begins with a visit to the Royal Palace Museum, which hosts a range of interesting artifacts.
09:00
Wat Xiengthong
We then head to the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture.
Luang Prabang, Laos
11:00
Wat Visoun, Wat Aham and Wat Mai.
We also have time to visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai.
Luang Prabang, Laos
14:00
Local villages of Lao ethnic minority
In the afternoon we will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, a Hmong village, Ban Thapene, a Khmu village.
Luang Prabang, Laos
15:00
Khouangsi Waterfall
Then takes us to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails.
Luang Prabang, Laos
16:30
Transfer to hotel
We then return to Luang Prabang by early evening. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Luang Prabang, Laos
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Luang Prabang, Laos
08:00
Elephant Village Camp
Pick up by our English speaking guide from your hotel lobby. Arrival at the Elephant Village Camp: Welcome greeting by our camp manager and participate in a short briefing about elephant. Ride the Elephant: Enjoy the impressive experience of a 3 km elephant ride on the howdah (elephant seat) or on your elephant’s neck! 2 per elephant
Luang Prabang, Laos
10:00
Tad Sae Waterfall
Boat trip to the Tad Sae Waterfall: Ride in a traditional Lao long boat to the Tad Sae Waterfall and relax or swim in the clear water (swim suit recommended!)
Luang Prabang, Laos
11:00
Have lunch at a local restaurant
Have lunch at Elephant Camp restaurant.
Luang Prabang, Laos
13:00
Airport transfer
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Hanoi.
Luang Prabang, Laos
18:00
Airport pick up
Picked up from Noi Bai international airport; it takes us 35 minutes driving to the center of Hanoi to check-in hotel. At leisure in the rest of the day to get rid of jet lag. Overnight in Hanoi.
Hanoi, Vietnam
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Hanoi, Vietnam
08:00
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One-Pillar pagoda
It is your day to visit the Capital of Vietnam today. Let's start from the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, his simple house-on-stilts and the One-Pillar pagoda near Ba Dinh Square, where the most solumn ceremonies of Hanoi take place.
Hanoi, Vietnam
10:30
Temple of Literature
Go on to the Temple of Literature, the very first high school of Vietnam Scholars.
Hanoi, Vietnam
14:00
Cyclo
In the afternoon, we will have an overall view of the capital by a “cyclo” visit, which will start around the Old Quarter of Hanoi, stop at Ngoc Son Temple located on the Hoan Kiem Lake (the “Sword” Lake)
Hanoi, Vietnam
16:00
Quan Thanh Taoist Temple
Continue to visit Quan Thanh Taoist Temple
Hanoi, Vietnam
17:00
Water Puppet Show
Late afternoon we will enjoy a unique fascinating show of Water Puppetry, a traditional stage art of Northern Vietnam.
Hanoi, Vietnam
19:00
Transfer to hotel
End the end of show, transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Hanoi, Vietnam
07:30
Transfer to Halong
After breakfast at the hotel, we will head to Halong Bay, a Natural World Heritage as designated by UNESCO since 1994 and 2006, and check-in our overnight boat.
Vịnh Hạ Long, Thành phố Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Việt Nam
12:30
Cruising on the bay
Enjoy a trip on Halong with stops to visit caves or to swim and enjoy the sunset on the sea. Dinner with fresh seafood. Overnight onboard.
Please note: the program may be little varied upon the cruise you choose. Kayak inclusion is subjected to each cruise program.
Vịnh Hạ Long, Thành phố Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Việt Nam
06:00
Tai Chi
Sarting your day with Tai Chi on sundeck
Vịnh Hạ Long, Thành phố Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh, Việt Nam
07:00
Cruising on the bay
Having breakfast whilst your boat goes on between Halong islets.
10:30
Check out and transfer to airport
Return to the Wharf to be back to Noi Bai airport at midday. for your late flight to Da Nang.
Hanoi, Vietnam
21:00
Airport pick up
Upon arrival, transferred to your hotel in Hoi An to check in and overnight.
Tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
08:00
Ancient town
Let’s spend our full day visiting the town of Hoi An today. Together with our guide in Hoian, we’ll walk over the tile-roofed Japanese Bridge, visit taciturn Chinese Assembly Halls, visit ancient houses and Trading Houses, pagodas
Tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
10:00
Thu Bon river
stroll into the market located by Thu Bon river, where we may find out the same feelings of the artists, who see the rooftops of Hoi An a magical old world of Oriental feel and source of inspiration. This is also a wonderful town to shop for lanterns, soft silk, raw silk, or get your clothes tailored within a day.
Tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
14:00
Thanh Ha pottery village
Continue to visit Thanh Ha pottery village.
Tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
16:00
Transfer to hotel
End of tour, transfer to hotel. Overnight in Hoian
Tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam, Việt Nam
08:00
Hai Van Pass, Lang
After breakfast, on the way from Hoi An to Hue via the magnificent “Ocean Cloudy” Pass today,
09:30
Lang Co Beach, Marble mountain
we can stop to visit the Lang Co Beach and Marble Mt., and contemplate wonderful seascape from the mountaintop halfway thru the Pass. Arrive at our hotel in Hue.
13:00
Thien Mu pagoda
Afternoon, go on to Thien Mu pagoda
Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế, Việt Nam
14:30
Tombs of King Minh Mang
visit the Tombs of King Minh Mang – the best-reserved monuments of the Nguyen Emperors since early 19th and early 20th centuries.
Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế, Việt Nam
15:30
Dong Ba Market
Then visit Dong Ba bustling market.
Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế, Việt Nam
17:15
Transfer to hotel
End of tour transfer to hotel. Overnight in Hue
Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế, Việt Nam
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế, Việt Nam
08:00
Royal Citadel, Forbidden City, Hue Royal Museum
Being recognized by UNESCO as the 1st Cultural World Heritage for Vietnam, Hue is highlighted by the old royal architectural works and the most traditional Vietnamese lifestyle. We will discover the charm of the city from the Royal Citadel, Forbidden City, Hue Royal Museum.
Tp. Huế, Thừa Thiên Huế, Việt Nam
15:00
Airport transfer
Heading straight to the airport for your flight to Saigon.
19:00
Airport pick up
Upon arrival, transfer to hotel to check in. The rest of day is at leisure. Overnight in Saigon.
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam
08:00
Transfer to Cu Chi
Picked up at your hotel, we drive to Cu Chi Tunnels. Located 60km from HCMC, Cu Chi is now a popular spot for both Vietnamese foreign tourists - the network of over 200km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command center and kitchens.
10:00
Exploring tunnels
Visitors will find it hard to imagine the destruction, damage defoliation over this whole area, caused by bombing and mines. There is plenty of evidence of the fierce battle that took place here during the 1960s when Cu Chi was a Free Target Zone. Before entering the tunnels, visitors can watch a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed. You will spend the next hour exploring the tunnels.
11:00
Crawling underground
You will spend the next hour exploring the tunnels. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war).
11:30
Transfer to Saigon
Return to Saigon.
14:30
Reunification Palace
Afternoon, we start the city tour at the Reunification Palace, the witness of the fierce Vietnam War ended in 1975. The grand building today is a Museum and Hall of official receptions.
Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam
16:00
Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Post Office
Nearby the Palace are the colonial-styled Central Post Office and the Notre Dame Cathedral, built between 1877 and 1883 and one of the city’s major landmarks.
Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam
16:30
Shopping at Ben Thanh Market
From here, walking to Ben Thanh Market one of the most typical symbol of Saigon to experience the daily life of the locals and do shopping the hand-made goods there.
Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam
17:30
Transfer to hotel
End of tour, transfer to hotel. Overnight in Saigon
Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam
08:00
Transfer to My Tho
Picked by at hotel and drive heading to My Tho the homeland of coconut and family factories with local products like coconut candy, rice papered.
10:00
Boating on Mekong river
Upon arrival, embark on the boat cruising on the mighty Mekong River viewing the life to the local people live along the banks.
Thành phố Mỹ Tho, Tiền Giang, Việt Nam
11:00
Southern Vietnamese folk music
We stop at one of 4 islands in the area for sightseeing. Enjoy the fresh tropical fruits served in the heart of the garden accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music at the plantation.
Thành phố Mỹ Tho, Tiền Giang, Việt Nam
11:30
Boating on small cannels
After that you will embark on the small boats rowed the local people thru the small cannels with water coconut tree to visit the local factories.
Thành phố Mỹ Tho, Tiền Giang, Việt Nam
12:00
Enjoy honey tea and candy factory
There you will taste the honey tea and see the local people produce the coconut candy milk and of course you also can try it or stroll in the garden where the locals feed honeybee.
Thành phố Mỹ Tho, Tiền Giang, Việt Nam
14:00
Big boat to Can Tho
After that enjoy the horse-cart trip through the tranquil road of the village. We continue getting on the big boat to visit the vast area. Overnight in Can Tho.
06:30
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Cần Thơ, Ninh Kiều, Cần Thơ, Việt Nam
07:30
Floating market
Start from Ninh Kieu boat quay, where we cruise along the small and picturesque canels and stop to see the Cai Rang floating market (the nicest one with heaps of rowing boats).
Cần Thơ, Ninh Kiều, Cần Thơ, Việt Nam
08:30
Wandering
We stop to enjoy the beautiful scenery and the daily activities of the locals who lives along the Mekong canals. Walking through the village to visit a rice husking mill and a rice/noodle shop, where we observe how it is made.
Cần Thơ, Ninh Kiều, Cần Thơ, Việt Nam
13:00
Transfer to Saigon
Then transfer back Saigon. Overnight in Saigon.
07:00
Breakfast at hotel
Breakfast at hotel
Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam
08:00
Airport transfer
Upon your departure time, transferred to Tan Son Nhat airport for your departure flight. End of service.
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