21-day Thailand Laos Viet Nam Cambodia

Itinerary

Day 1: Bangkok Arrival - Free & Easy (-/-/-)

Pass By: Suvarnabhumi Airport, 999 Soi Mu Ban Nakhon Thong 1, Nong Prue, Amphoe Bang Phli, Chang Wat Samut Prakan 10540, Thailand
We will greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel for check-in and relaxation. Overnight in Bangkok.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 2: Bangkok – Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour – Chiang Mai (B/L/-) – Overnight on train

Pass By: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Damnoun Saduak, Ratchaiburi, Damnoen Saduak 70130 Thailand
Pick up at your hotel, leave from Bangkok to Ratchaburi Province. Arrive the pier, and then enjoy the scenery of rural life by long tail speed boat to the floating market. Arrive at Damnernsaduak Floating Market; almost untouched by the modern world you will enjoy watching the farmers selling food, fruits, flowers and many kind of local products in their boats. Visit to The Handicraft home industry. After have lunch at local restaurant, return to Bangkok.

Pass By: Train station, 90/5 Ratchaprarop Rd, Khwaeng Thanon Phaya Thai, Khet Ratchathewi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand
Transfer to train station to Chiang Mai. Overnight on train.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight on train

Day 3: Chiang Mai – City Temples Tour (-/L/-)

Pass By: Wat Phra Singh (Gold Temple), 2 Samlarn Rd, Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50280, Thailand
Early arrive at Chiang Mai station, head to city Temples Tour. Visit to Phra Singh Temple, Jedi Luang Temple and Chiang Man Temple. Then, check-in hotel. Overnight in Chiang Mai.


Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 4: Doi Suthep (B/-/-)

Pass By: Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, Huai Kaew Road Amphoe Pakkret, Nonthaburi, Doi Suthep 11120 Thailand
Breakfast at hotel, Doi Suthep Temple – an important pilgrimage spot for the devout and sacred site to Thai people. Overnight in Chiang Mai.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 5: Chiang Mai – LuangPrabang (B/-/-) – by flight

Pass By: Luang Prabang Airport, Laos
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport for departure flight to LuangPrabang, Laos. Set at the confluence of two rivers that almost surround the town, and beneath a temple-topped hill, Luang Prabang is a wonderful patchwork of traditional Lao wooden houses and hints of European architecture; reminders of when Laos was part of the French colony of Indochine. Rest of the day free at leisure on your own. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 6: Luang Prabang - City Tour (BL)

Pass By: Wat Xiengthong, Khem Khong, Luang Prabang, Laos
If you’re able to wake up before dawn (05:30am) to witness and participate in offering alms to hundreds of saffron-robed monks – an awe-inspiring sight dating back generations in Laos. Optional walking through the morning market where all local products are being sold, watch the town come to life in the morning then return to the hotel for breakfast. (If you do not wish to make an offering, please keep an appropriate distance and observe the ritual in silence. Dress appropriately – shoulders, chest and legs should be covered).

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 7: Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Cave - Kuangsi Waterfall (BL)

Pass By: Pak Ou Caves, Near Pak Ou the Tham Ting, Ban Pak-Ou 0603 Laos
08:00 Pick up at the hotel, embark on a two hour cruise in a long-tail boat on the Mekong River and visit the mysterious Pak Ou Caves. En route, typical Laotian villages are barely visible behind thick foliage. Wooden canoes bobbing by the shore attached to bamboo poles can be seen everywhere while floats mark the location of nets and fish traps. Arrive at Pak Ou and explore the sanctuaries which consist of two large caves. Both repositories house thousands of Buddha images, which range from mere centimetres to two meters in height. Returning to Luang Prabang by car.

Pass By: Kuang Si Waterfall, Laos
After lunch, drive south to one of Luang Prabang’s most picturesque sights, the Kuang Si waterfall. On arrival, take a leisurely hike through the national park towards the Kuang Si waterfall. For the more adventurous, continue to the top of the main waterfall where you may choose to swim in a large pool. Transfer back to your hotel by private vehicle. Free time to explore the colorful night Bazaar. Overnight in Luang Prabang.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 8: Luang Prabang – Relax (B/-/-)

Pass By: Luang Prabang Night Market, Sisavangvong Road, Alley Behind Lao National Tourism Office, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos
Relax and discover Luang Prabang by yourself. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 9: Luang Prabang - Ha Noi (B) – by flight

Pass By: Noi Bai International Airport, Phú Minh, Sóc Sơn, Hà Nội, Vietnam
Transfer to the airport without a guide to catch a flight to Ha Noi. Arrive at Noi Bai Airport, pick up and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Ha Noi

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 10: Ha Noi – Ha Long Bay (BLD) - by shuttle bus

Pass By: Halong Bay Vietnam
The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ha Long Bay within 4 hours, going through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Ha Long Bay is truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights.
Heading out of the town, embark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Ha Long Bay. This exciting cruise will provide a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limes tone karsts formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way, anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. Overnight on the Junk Cruise


Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 11: Ha Long Bay – Ha Noi (BL) - by shuttle bus

Pass By: Hanoi, Hanoi
After breakfast, swimming and sunbathing. After lunch, return to Ha Noi. Overnight in Ha Noi.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 12: Ha Noi – Da Nang – Hoi An – Contact Ann Tailor (B) – by flight

Pass By: Domestic Terminal - Danang International Airport, Duy Tân, Hòa Thuận Nam, Hải Châu, Đà Nẵng 550000, Vietnam
Transfer to the airport for a flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel.

Visit Ann Tailor for a free tailor-made item of clothing. Overnight in Hoi An.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 13: Hoi An - My Son Sanctuary (B/-/-)

Pass By: My Son Sanctuary, Duy Phu Commune, Duy Xuyen District Vietnam
07:25 One of the most stunning sights to see in Hoi An area is My Son, Viet Nam’s most important site of the ancient kingdom of Champa. Between the 4th and 13th centuries a unique culture which owed its spiritual origins to Indian Hinduism developed on the coast of contemporary Viet Nam. This is graphically illustrated by the remains of a series of impressive tower-temples located in a dramatic site that was the religious and political capital of the Champa Kingdom for most of its existence. Located in the heart of a beautiful valley and surrounded by high mountains ranges My Son was named a Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO in 1999. Originally built with wood, they were completely destroyed by fire in the 6th century and restored in the 7th century by Sambhuvarman who rebuilt the temples with locally made bricks. Up to the 13th century, more than 70 similar temples were built, establishing My Son as a sanctuary of Hinduism in the Champa Kingdom. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Hoi An.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 14: Hoi An – Foodie tour (B/L/-)

Pass By: Tra Que Village House, Tổ 1 - Trà Quế, Cẩm Hà, Hội An, Quảng Nam 560000, Vietnam
09:00 Discover Hoi An’s countryside and its local foods by bicycle. We will start our tour with a ride through the countryside to a local village with a stop to enjoy a bowl of Cao Lau. Cao Lau is a traditional Hoi An specialty composed of local noodles, pork, fresh vegetables and rice paper. The noodles are made with local sticky rice soaked in the water that must be taken from Ba Le Well: the oldest well in Hoi An, believed to have the best water anywhere. You will also be able learn to make special white rose cakes with a local family and have the opportunity to enjoy them.


Pass By: Cam Nam Island, Hoi An Vietnam
Before the end of the tour, we will go to Cam Nam to enjoy the Ying and Yang food such as: Banh Dap, Che Bap. This tour is definitely an interesting journey. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Hoi An.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 15: Hoi An – Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh City (B) – by flight

Pass By: Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Trường Sơn, Phường 2, Tân Bình, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Transfer to Da Nang for a flight to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 16: Mekong Delta – Cai Be floating market (B/L/-) by minivan – 2 hours

Pass By: Cai Be Floating Market, Cai Be Vietnam
07:00 The day will begin with a two-hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, we will take a boat cruise to visit Cai Be Floating Market. The floating market is one of the most interesting and exciting attractions in the Mekong Delta. At the floating market, you can watch locals aboard their small boats trading fresh goods and local commodities. We will stop over at a local house where we can see how they make coconut candy, rice-paper, rice-pop corn and rice wine. Leave Cai Be for Tan Phong Islet where the maze of shady creeks will surely fascinate you. You will have a chance to spend time, enjoying traditional music and tropical fruits. Have a traditional lunch at a local home, including the popular dish of ‘Elephant Ear Fish’. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 17: Cu Chi Tunnels – Half Day (B)

Pass By: Cu Chi Tunnels, Phu Hiep TL15 Phu Hiep, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
07:30 The Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels stretching over 250 km, have proven to be one of the most famous and historical aspects of the Viet Nam War. The tunnel system was created in 1948 to assist the Viet Minh as they fought the French for independence. Digging and building of tunnels continued over the next 25 years until it was an underground city with living areas, kitchens, storage, weapons factories, field hospitals and command centers. The tunnels could house thousands of people who lived almost entirely underground for years. There, people led relatively normal lives, which included getting married and raising children. During the American War, the entire area of Cu Chi was designated as a free fire zone; and was therefore, heavily attacked and bombed. In 1988, two sections of tunnels were opened up for visitors. Now you have the chance to enjoy this wonderful and informative experience. Created with “moving parts” these structures were designed to liveable for long periods of time.
 
And for those who are interested, there is an opportunity for you to fire off rounds from a war era M16 or AK47 at the nearby firing range. (This activity is optional; Fees for firing range are not included).

Free for the rest of the day. Overnight in Ho Chi Minh City.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 18: Ho Chi Minh City – Siem Reap (B) – by flight

Pass By: Siem Reap International Airport, NR6, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Transfer to the airport for flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 19: Siem Reap – Free day (B)

Pass By: Siem Reap, Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province
Free at leisure and explore the city by yourself. Overnight in Siem Reap.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 20: Siem Reap – Angkor Temples (Angkor Wat – Angkor Thom) (BL)

Pass By: Angkor Wat, Sangkat Nokor Thum, Siem Reap Cambodia
We spend a full day to visit the well-known Temples of Angkor Archeological Park. Wake up early at 05:00 am to witness the beautiful Sunrise at Angkor Wat or Ta Prohm. Then back to hotel for breakfast.

Pass By: Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Siem Reap 17259 Cambodia
Continue the tour to visit:
- Southern Gate of Angkor Thom
- Bayon, late 12th century
- Baphuon, middle of 11th century
- Phimeanakas, early 11th century
- Northern & Southern Khleang, beginning 11th century
- Terrace of the Elephants, end of 12th century
- Terrace of Leper King, end of 12th century
- Angkor Wat, first half of 12th century
- Ta Prohm, early 13th century;
Overnight in Siem Reap.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Twin/ Double/ Triple Share Room

Day 21: Siem Reap – Departure (B/-/-)

Pass By: Siem Reap International Airport, NR6, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Transfer to the airport for the departure flight.

End of service.


Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.