Route : Vietnam – Cambodia – Thailand
Duration : 22 Days 21 Nights
HIGHLIGHT
Vietnam : Hanoi – Halong – Hue – Hoian – Nha Trang – Saigon – Can Tho – Chau Doc
Cambodia : Phnom Penh – Siem Reap
Thailand : Bangkok – Phukhet
I – VIETNAM STAGE
Day 1 – Arrive Hanoi
Arrive Hanoi. Welcome at Noi Bai airport and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 2 – Hanoi (B)
After breakfast, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and his Residence, the house on wooden stilts in the style of ethnic minorities and the One Pillar Pagoda, the National Museum of Fine Arts, and Temple of Literature. After dinner, transfer to Hoa Lo Prison (known as the Hilton during the Vietnam War). Then, a pedicab ride to the old neighborhood. In the evening, enjoy the water puppet show. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 3 – Hanoi – Ha Long (B/ D)
After breakfast, leave Hanoi by road for Halong Bay with a stop en route at But Thap Pagoda in Thuan Thanh Province, known for its four-storey stone stupa and referred to as Vietnam’s first Buddhist centre. The pagoda, built in the 13th century and rebuilt in 1647 by the Buddhist monk Chuyet Chuyet, is a complex of ten buildings over an area of 100 metres that houses ancient statues and artefacts. Enjoy the journey through the rich farmlands of the Red River Delta and the scenery of rice fields, water buffalo and everyday Vietnamese village life. Arrive in Halong and board the Bai Tho traditional sailing junk. Whilst cruising the exquisite waters sample the regions fresh seafood. Visit the recently discovered Surprise Grotto with its great views, and on the next island see the yawning mouth of Bo Nau Cave. Alternatively journey to Dau Go Cave and nearby see the famous stalagmites and stalactites of Thien Cung Cave. Enjoy a swim in the emerald waters of Halong Bay at any spot that you wish to visit. Watch the sun set over the bay whilst enjoying a delicious dinner. Overnight on junk.
Day 4 – Halong-Hanoi (B/ L)
Breakfast on junk after Tai Chi Excersie with our professional teacher. This morning we will take 4hours cruise to explore Halong Bay ( most of the islands are uninhabited and untouched by man. The ancient Vietnamese believed that Halong Bay was where a giant dragon “descended into the sea”, as the rocky outcrops resemble the humps and scales of a dragon’s back. Another legend says that the giant limestone rocks themselves are dragons, protecting Vietnam from hostile invaders. In fact the bay was formed as a result of millions of years of erosion on the limestone rocks. Then when the last ice age finished, the seas rose as the glaciers melted, flooding the entire area transforming hills into the islands we see today. Lunch will be on board. After lunch , back to Hanoi. Free at leisure for shopping. Relax at hotel then dinner. Overnight train to Hue (SE1 : 19h00 – 07h57 : 13,5 hours). Overnight on train.
Day 5 – Hanoi train to Hue (B/D)
Arrive in the morning at about 8am. Upon arrival, visit the former Imperial Citadel. A short visit Dong Ba market. Afternoon visit Khai Dinh and Tu Duc Mausolem. Tonight you have the chance to enjoy a royal dinner after boat trip with Traditional music on Huong River. Overnight in Hue.
Day 6 – Hue – Hoi An (B)
Boat trip visit Thien Mu pagoda and Minh Mang Mausoleum. Go to Danang at noon. Transfer to Da Nang (110 km). Arriving at Da Nang by Lang Co fishing village and Hai Van Tunnel, you’ll get a brief overview of the remarkable Hindu statuary in the Cham Museum before leaving for Hoi An ancient town (35 km) – an example exceptionally well preserved example of a Southeast Asian trading port of the 15th to 19th centuries. In the old neighborhood, there are more than 1000 relic sites. Overnight in Hoian.
Day 7 – Hoi An (B)
Embark on a walking tour of the charming town of Hoi An, visiting an old merchant’s home, the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky and Phung Hung Ancient House, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall. Lunch and dinner freely. In the afternoon, free exploring Hoian and admire its nightlife in the evening. Overnight in Hoian.
Day 8 – Hoi An (B)
Free on your leisure by swimming on the beach or walking or cycling around Hoi An Old Town to feel it by your way. Overnight in Hoian.
Day 9 – Hoian – Danang- Night train to Nha Trang (B)
Free time in Hoian, then transfer to Danang in the afternoon, on the way you will have chance to take photos on Danang Beach – which has honored as one of 5 most beautiful beaches on planet. Transfer to Danang train station for overnight train to Nha Trang city. ON on train (SE7 21h41pm – 7h37am).
Day 10 – Nha Trang (B)
Arrive at Nha Trang train station at 7h30 – 7h45am.
Optional :
- Car & guide pick you to Thap Ba Hot Spring for Mud Bathing and visit Cham Ponagar tower.
- Car & guide pick you to the port for island cruise in a day : Tri Nguyen Aquarium, Mun Islet, Mot Islet, Tranh Beach.
Free enjoying and meals. Overnight in Nha Trang.
Day 11 – Nha Trang train to Saigon (B)
Free on your leisure (do some shopping for local foods or souvenirs or walking along the sandy beach to take photos and see the fishermen’s living) till transfer to train station for Ho Chi Minh City. Overnight on train. (SE 3 22h03 – 5h00)
Day 12 – Saigon (B)
Arrive in the early morning. Breakfast and relax for a while at hotel, then begin your day with the Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office to view the French Colonial architecture. Learn more about the American War in Vietnam with a visit to the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum. End the day at the lively Ben Thanh Market where you can indulge in some shopping. Overnight in Saigon.
Day 13 – Saigon-Can Tho (B)
After breakfast in hotel, transfer to My Tho by coach and boat trip on the Mekong through orchards where you will have the chance to visit families making workshops coconut candy, fruit gardens. A dinner and tasting of local seasonal fruits. Then transfer to Can Tho, the center of the Mekong Delta. Overnight in Can Tho.
Day 14 – Can Tho – Chau Doc – high speed boat to Phnom Penh (B)
Walk to the pier Ninh Kieu for sampan trip to Cai Rang floating market with the decision to plant Bun Tau noodle factory and dericotage rice. In the floating markets, you will discover a typical way of displaying and advertising of agricultural products villagers who meet on the Mekong river to trade their goods. Transfer to Chau Doc. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Then, boat trip to visit the unique farms where fish are bred in cages suspended under floating houses on the river wood. Continuation visit a village of stilt houses Cham minority. Overnight in Chau Doc.
II – CAMBODIA STAGE
Day 15 – Chau Doc – Phnom Penh (B)
Aboard ship to GrandeVitesse to Phnom Penh. The visa prendrontenviron 45 minutes to the Cambodian border and visa must be issued in advance, because it is no longer available for border gate today. Upon arrival at Phnom Penh, welcome by the guide, transfer to hotel. Afternoon we visit the Genocide Museumand the Killing Fields. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 16 – Phnom Penh-Siem Reap (B)
Visit the private apartments of the Royal Palace are the royal family. North of the Palace is Silver Pagoda, the most sacred temple in the country. We visit both structures as well as the National Museum enjoying splendeuse Khmer history. Then we climb a small hill to visit the legendary Wat Phnom and catch a fantastic view of the city. Transfer to Pochentong airport for flight to Siem Reap. Welcome by our local guide and transfer to hotel for installation. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 17 – Siem Reap (B)
Siem Reap is our base for exploring the world famous temples of the ancient city of Angkor. Visit the most striking structures: 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 Terrace of Elephants, Terrace Leper Kingetc.. Afternoon we visit the chef – Lumber architectural Angkor Wat. We stroll around this massive monument to explore the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 18 – Siem Reap – Flight to Bangkok (B)
In the morning we continue enchanting Banteay Srei Temple, favorite of almost everyone. Then we visit the jungle canopy, the Temple of Ta Prohm. Exploration of the famous Ta Prohm temples and nearby, including Banteay Kdei,Sra Srong, Ta Keo, Chau Say and Thommanon Tevado. Free time for leisure at the local market until transfer to Siem Reap airport. Flight to Bangkok. ON in Bangkok.
III – THAILAND STAGE
Day 19 – Siem Reap – Bangkok-Phuket (-/-/-)
11.30 Am Arrive Bangkok (Suvannaphoum Airport) and Continue flight to Phuket by TG215
15.30 Pm Arrive Phuket Airport , Meet and transfer to hotel
Overnight at …………………….
Day 20 – Phi phi tour (join ferry boat) (B/-/-)
Breakfast at Hotel
07.00 Pm Pick up from hotel ,transfer to Pier for Trip itinerary for Phi Phi island tour by cruise.
08.30 Am. Departure from Ongkarn Harbor to Phi Phi Island. Complimentary coffee, tea and
dessert are service on board.
09.50 Am. The Cruise departs from Phuket heading to Phi Phi Lay islands group.(Traveling time
by Cruise from Phuket to Phi Phi island takes approximately 1.30 Hour)
10.00 Am. Start Sightseeing around PhiPhi Le Islands. (Loh Sama Bay, Maya Bay, Viking Cave
12.30 Pm. After lunch time you’ll have free time
for sightseeing or shopping on Phi Phi Don island.
14.30 Pm. Departs from Phi Phi Don Island. (Please stand by on the boat at 14.00Pm.)
16.00 Pm. Arrive at Ong Karn Harbor and transfer to hotel
Overnight at ………………..
DAY 21 – Phuket city tour – Bangkok – Departure (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel
08.00 Am Pick up from hotel. Drive along scenic beach roads via Patong, Karon, Kata.
Visit Phuket View Point and down onto to Rawai Beach and see how the Sea
Visit to lookout point Promthep Cape.Visit to Chalong Temple.
Visit to Cashew Nut factory and shopping for local product.
Lunch at own leisure
Pm Transfer to Airport
15.30 Pm Depart for Bangkok by Thai Airways Flight No TG208
16.55 Pm Arrive Bangkok(Svannaphoum Airport) and Continue flight to Ho Chiminh City by
TG556
I – Vietnam Part
Includes
– Hotels of standard/superior double/twins share with daily breakfast
– Transfer by private vehicle with air conditioning (16-seat minivan)
– English speaking local guides
– All sightseeing entrance fees
– Cruise trip in Halong Bay (2 Days 1 Night) and boat trip in Hue
– High speed boat ticket to Phnom Penh (included visa procedure at border)
– All train tickets (soft sleeper bed): Hanoi-Hue, Danang-Nha Trang, Nha Trang-Saigon.
Excluded
- Air ticket from Siem Reap to Bangkok
– Visa stamp fee to Vietnam
– Meals and visits other than those men-tioned;
– Tips to guides and drivers and porters;
– Travel insurance;
– Supplement and excess baggage and personal expenses
II – Cambodia Part
Supplement:
Flight Phnom Penh – Siem Reap
Lunch or dinner at local restaurant
Included
-Hotel 3* standard with twins/DBL share
-All price are quoted in US Dollar per person
-Private A/C vehicle transfer as program
-Accommodation at hotel with twin share
-Tours with English speaking guide
-All entrance fee as indicated sights
-Meals: ABF only.
-Service charges & government tax
-Cold mineral water (2-3 bottles) daily
Excluded
-Visa fee
-International air ticket
-Personal expenses/ Tips
-Travel insurance
-Drinks or meals which not mentioned
-Single usage
III – Thailand Part
Includes
- 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation as described Base on Twin Sharing with Daily Breakfast
- Transportation with A/C Vehicles
- Refreshing towel and Drinking Water
- 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation as described Base on Twin Sharing with Daily Breakfast
- Transportation with A/C Vehicles
- Program as per itinerary
Excludes
- Air Ticket (BKK-HKT-BKK)
- Personal Expenses
- Refreshing towel and Drinking Water
- 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation as described Base on Twin Sharing with Daily Breakfast
- Solf Drink , Alcohol Drink ,Mini Bar
- Guide and Driver tip
Tour Remark
- Surcharge For Songkran (13-15 Apr) and Chinese New Year may apply
Child reductions (Sharing bed with parents)
- Child under the age 4 year FOC