Meals

As per the tour program: B=breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner

Accommodation

3-stars hotels Hanoi - Mina Hotel or similar Halong Bay - Le Journey Cruise or similar Hoi An - Kim An Hotel or similar Ho Chi Minh City - Prague Hotel or similar Siem Reap - Hari Residence or similar Phuket: Kata Sea Breeze Resort or similar 4-stars hotels Hanoi : Tirant Hotel or similar Halong Bay: La Pandora Cruise or similar Hoi An : Silkotel Hoi An or similar Ho Chi Minh City: Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar Siem Reap: Somdevi Angkor or similar Phuket: The Old Phuket Resort or similar 5-stars hotels Hanoi: Apricot Hotel or similar Halong Bay: Doris Cruise or similar Hoi An : Palm Garden or similar Ho Chi Minh City: Majestic Hotel or similar Siem Reap: Angkor Miracle or similar Phuket: Chanalai Romantic Resort or similar Check-in room at 14:00 // Check-out room at 12:00 noon (Except Early check-in or Late check-out mentioned in the program)

Flights

Internal flights are included: Flight from Hanoi to Danang (20 kg luggage per person) Flight from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City (20 kg luggage per person) Flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap ( 20 kg luggage per person) Flight from Siem Reap to Phuket ( 20 kg luggage per person) *** All other flights are not included. ** The cost of internal airfares is paid separately upon arrival to Realistic Asia as a local payment. The airfare fees are separated from the main tour cost because the prices of internal airfare can vary based on a number of factors, such as travel period, availability of flights, and fuel taxes. We keep it as a local payment to benefit our travelers by keeping tour costs lower and providing more flexibility during the booking process, and ensuring that travelers have a smooth and stress-free experience while on their trip.

Guide

Experienced English speaking guide French/German/Spanish/Russian/Chinese speaking guides are available upon request. The surcharge will be applied

Transport

- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car - Air-conditioned bus between Hanoi and Halong Bay (2-way) - Air-conditioned bus or private cars for the excursions

Hygieneprotocol

For visiting South-East Asia it is recommended (but not mandatory) to be vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B, Japanese Encephalitis, Typhoid, and Covid-19.  Please note, to enter Vietnam you need to provide a vaccination certificate for Covid-19, in Laos and Thailand you can enter without a certificate but need to provide a negative PCR or rapid test issued no earlier than 48 hours before arrival. In Cambodia, if you do not have the vaccination certificate you will be obligated to make a test at the airport upon arrival.  Please contact our team before the trip to get the latest updates on vaccination requirements

Others

– All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary – Tissues and water on coach – Service charges and government tax – 24/7 hotline support guaranteed – Flights** with 20kg allowance luggage from: Hanoi to Hoi An Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap Siem Reap to Phuket ** The cost of internal airfares is paid separately upon arrival to Realistic Asia as a local payment. The airfare fees are separated from the main tour cost because the prices of internal airfare can vary based on a number of factors, such as travel period, availability of flights, and fuel taxes. We keep it as a local payment to benefit our travelers by keeping tour costs lower and providing more flexibility during the booking process, and ensuring that travelers have a smooth and stress-free experience while on their trip.

Not included:

Others

X Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities X Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned) X Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec, 21 Jan (Tet), Apr,17 (New Year in Cambodia and Thailand) X Public holiday surcharge (Christmas and New Year, Tet holiday in Vietnam, Cambodian and Thai New Year) if applicable X Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00 am – 05:00 am X Visa stamping fee on arrival at the airport (Vietnam: $25/person, Cambodia:$30/person) X Services not mentioned above

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Day 1 Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival

Your Vietnam adventure begins with your arrival in Hanoi. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city, with the fascinating Old Quarter at your fingertips. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

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Overnight in Hanoi:

3 Stars - Mina Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Tirant Hotel or similar

5 Stars - Apricot Hotel or similar
Day 2 Explore The Magnificent Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise, Bus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore The Magnificent Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise, Bus

Halong Bay is a natural wonder of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and once you arrive there, you will understand why. Get ready to be amazed by the world’s most breathtaking views, and have a relaxing time on the cruise, enjoying the exciting activities we have prepared for you.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and leave Hanoi for Halong Bay.

The cruise team will meet you at the hotel lobby between 8:00-9:00 am (we will confirm the exact time the day before the tour).

Arrive at the jetty around noon and take a boat to the cruise. After a welcome onboard and check-in, lunch will be served while the cruise is making its way through the hundreds of islets.

In the afternoon, enjoy some activities such as swimming and kayaking or visiting caves (depending on each boat’s itinerary), or just spend relaxing time on board.

Towards the end of the day, the boat sets anchor for the night in a beautiful place, so don’t miss the sunset before having dinner.

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Overnight on board

3 Stars - Le Journey Cruise or similar

4 Stars - La Pandora Cruise or similar

5 Stars - Doris Cruise or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Note:

In case of bad weather, the itinerary might be changed or canceled if the boats will be not allowed to leave the port. Your travel consultant will plan other arrangements for you in this case.
Day 3 Wake Up With The Dragon In The Bay (B/L) - Sharing Cruise, Bus
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Wake Up With The Dragon In The Bay (B/L) - Sharing Cruise, Bus

The sun rises on Halong in the morning, and breakfast is served while the vessel cruises slowly back toward the port. Enjoy an early lunch before arriving at the port and disembarking. You will be transferred back to Hanoi. The rest of the day is free to explore the city on your own.

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Overnight in Hanoi:

3 Stars - Mina Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Tirant Hotel or similar

5 Stars - Apricot Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 Travel From Hanoi To Ancient Town Of Hoi An (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Hanoi To Ancient Town Of Hoi An (B)

Relish the remaining moment in Hanoi before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Da Nang. When you arrive at Da Nang Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in Hoi An. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

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Overnight in Hoi An:

3 Stars - Kim An Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Silkotel Hoi An or similar

5 Stars - Palm Garden or similar
Day 5 Riding The Basket Boat And Fishing Like A Local (B/L) - Join A Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Riding The Basket Boat And Fishing Like A Local (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Our English - speaking guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am and take you for a cycle trip to the countryside and rivers around Hoi An.

As you meander through the countryside, you will experience the friendliness of the local people greeting you along the way and enjoy the beautiful views of the neighborhood.

After that, you will explore the Eco-Village Cam Thanh which is associated with the heroic history of the anti-French and anti-American war by taking a paddle boat trip in a unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat down the waterways of a coconut palm paradise.

Then you meet and engage with local fishermen, enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing and “Purple Crabs” in the canal, get some loveable handmade gifts from nipa palm leaves like hats, watches, rings ...

After the boat trip, have a delicious lunch in our restaurant and cycle back to your hotel.

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Overnight in Hoi An:

3 Stars - Kim An Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Silkotel Hoi An or similar

5 Stars - Palm Garden or similar
Day 6 Cherish Your Time In Hoi An Town (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cherish Your Time In Hoi An Town (B)

Have a free day to explore Hoi An at your own pace. The best way to explore this charming town is to rent a bicycle at the hotel and cycle around the town towards the riverside or the beach. At the beach, you will find many small cafes where you could relax with the fresh fruit drink after swimming. The water in the sea is warm and calm.

You could visit a tailor-shop which could make you and your loved ones a new piece of clothes, bag or shoes overnight.

In the evening we recommend you to walk around the Old Town area, which looks charming when the shops light their lanterns. You and would really feel like being in a fairy-tale. And don’t skip the colourful performances organized on the street in the evening.

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Overnight in Hoi An:

3 Stars - Kim An Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Silkotel Hoi An or similar

5 Stars - Palm Garden or similar
Day 7 Travel From Hoi An To Ho Chi Minh (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Hoi An To Ho Chi Minh (B)

Relish the remaining moment in Hoi An before your private driver escorts you to Da Nang Airport to take the flight to Ho Chi Minh. When you arrive at Ho Chi Minh airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

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Overnight in Ho Chi Minh:

3 Stars - Prague Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar

5 Stars - Majestic Hotel or similar
Day 8 Excursion To The Mighty Mekong Delta (B/L) - Join A Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Excursion To The Mighty Mekong Delta (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

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Overnight in Ho Chi Minh:

3 Stars - Prague Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar

5 Stars - Majestic Hotel or similar
Day 9 Discover The Mysterious Cu Chi Tunnels (B) - Join A Group Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Discover The Mysterious Cu Chi Tunnels (B) - Join A Group Tour

Start 8:00 AM - END 2:30 PM

Cu Chi Tunnels is a legendary underground system of over 220 km of tunnels, a must-see for both Vietnamese and foreign travelers who are interested in the history of the Vietnam War. The tunnels are now a historical structure of Vietnam and considered a heroic district for the role they played in the resistance to US forces during the Vietnam War.

The tunnels are located approximately 60km from Ho Chi Minh city. The tour departs at 8:00 am from your hotel in district 1. Enjoy the scenery along the way, as we pass the lush, endless rice fields and the ducks are water buffaloes swimming in the rivers. You might find it hard to imagine that once the area was almost completely destroyed by bombs and mines from the war, when Cu Chi was a “free target zone “.

Once we arrive, you will get a chance to walk through some of the tunnels, discover the hidden corners and imagine what life was like here for the resistance soldiers. If you like, try to cook with the smokeless stoves used by Vietnamese soldiers to cook during the war. You can even try foods which the soldiers lived on. If you’re feeling brave, or curious, you can even try your hand at shooting at AK-47, one of the guns used during the war.

Head back to the city in the afternoon; the tour finishes at 2:30 PM.

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Overnight in Ho Chi Minh:

3 Stars - Prague Hotel or similar

4 Stars - Alagon Sai Gon Hotel or similar

5 Stars - Majestic Hotel or similar
Day 10 Travel From Vietnam To Cambodia (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Vietnam To Cambodia (B)

Have breakfast at the hotel and gave some rest before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Siem Reap. When you arrive at Siem Reap Airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation. The rest of the time is free at leisure.

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Overnight in Siem Reap:

3 Stars - Hari Residence or similar

4 Stars - Somadevi Angkor or similar

5 Stars - Angkor Miracle or similar
Day 11 Explore The Magnificent Ancient Capital Of Khmers (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore The Magnificent Ancient Capital Of Khmers (B)

Start your sightseeing tour of Angkor area we spend a full day exploring the wondrous ancient ruins with the South Gate of Angkor Thom, which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the largest as well as the most complete temple of Angkor Wat. This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. We stroll around this massive edifice, seeing the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards, and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple and the jungle-covered temple of Ta Prohm is an incredible sight. There are enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man’s creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature.

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Overnight in Siem Reap:

3 Stars - Hari Residence or similar

4 Stars - Somdevi Angkor or similar

5 Stars - Angkor Miracle or similar
Day 12 Explore The Floating Villages Of Tonle Sap Lake (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore The Floating Villages Of Tonle Sap Lake (B)

After breakfast, visit to Floating Village, take a ride by traditional wooden boat on Tonle Sap Lake to experience the human occupations at the edges of the lake is similarly distinctive – floating villages, towering stilled houses, huge fish traps, and an economy and way of life deeply intertwined with the lake, the fish, the wildlife and the cycles of rising and falling waters. In the wet season, the Tonle Sap Lake is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Asia. On the way back, visit the Western Baray (Baray Occidental) measuring 8 km by 2.3 km which provided water for the intensive cultivation of lands around Angkor.

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Overnight in Siem Reap:

3 Stars - Hari Residence or similar

4 Stars - Somdevi Angkor or similar

5 Stars - Angkor Miracle or similar
Day 13 Travel From Siem Reap To Phuket (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Siem Reap To Phuket (B)

Have breakfast at the hotel and rest before your private driver escorts you to the airport to take the flight to Phuket. When you arrive at Phuket airport, your driver will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation. The rest of the time is free for leisure.

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Overnight in Phu Ket:

3 Stars - Kata Poolside or similar

4 Stars - Novotel Phuket Avista Kata or similar

5 Stars - Avista Grand Hotel Karon or similar
Day 14 Cherish Your Time On Phuket Beaches (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cherish Your Time On Phuket Beaches (B)

Free at your leisure to discover Phuket by yourself. Phuket is a beautiful destination for sightseeing and adventuring. The island itself is rife with diverse landscapes, from its famous sandy beaches to forested hills, mountains, limestone cliffs, low plains, lagoons, and lush tropical vegetation. Spend your time exploring the stunning beaches, have a hike to the waterfall for a picnic, or take a boat trip to explore other islands nearby.

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Overnight in Phu Ket:

3 Stars - Kata Poolside or similar

4 Stars - Novotel Phuket Avista Kata or similar

5 Stars - Avista Grand Hotel Karon or similar
Day 15 Cherish Your Time On Phuket Beaches (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cherish Your Time On Phuket Beaches (B)

Free at your leisure to discover Phuket by yourself. Phuket is a beautiful destination for sightseeing and adventuring. The island itself is rife with diverse landscapes, from its famous sandy beaches to forested hills, mountains, limestone cliffs, low plains, lagoons, and lush tropical vegetation. Spend your time exploring the stunning beaches, have a hike to the waterfall for a picnic, or take a boat trip to explore other islands nearby.

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Overnight in Phu Ket:

3 Stars - Kata Poolside or similar

4 Stars - Novotel Phuket Avista Kata or similar

5 Stars - Avista Grand Hotel Karon or similar
Day 16 Time To Say Goodbye - Phuket Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Time To Say Goodbye - Phuket Departure (B)

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home.

Trip Ends.

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16 days tour

Spirits Of Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand In 16 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Spirits Of Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand In 16 Days

Welcome To Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival

Explore The Magnificent Halong Bay (B/L/D) - Shared Cruise, Bus

Wake Up With The Dragon In The Bay (B/L) - Sharing Cruise, Bus

Travel From Hanoi To Ancient Town Of Hoi An (B)

Riding The Basket Boat And Fishing Like A Local (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Cherish Your Time In Hoi An Town (B)

Travel From Hoi An To Ho Chi Minh (B)

Excursion To The Mighty Mekong Delta (B/L) - Join A Group Tour

Discover The Mysterious Cu Chi Tunnels (B) - Join A Group Tour

Travel From Vietnam To Cambodia (B)

Explore The Magnificent Ancient Capital Of Khmers (B)

Explore The Floating Villages Of Tonle Sap Lake (B)

Travel From Siem Reap To Phuket (B)

Cherish Your Time On Phuket Beaches (B)

Cherish Your Time On Phuket Beaches (B)

Time To Say Goodbye - Phuket Departure (B)

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