Meaningful Asia & Mekong Cruise 35 Nights / 36 Days
Incredibly explore Bangkok’s major attractions along with Grand Palace, famous floating market, railway market and witness curious history of death railway of Kanchanaburi. Fly out to Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai which provide amazing experience from hill tribe villages to cultural insights, fascinating temples, elephant sanctuary and the famous golden triangle. Unlock the calmness of Laos from Vientiane Capital, picturesque Vang Vieng to the impressive Luang Prabang connecting to Siem Reap to discover incredible Angkor Wat, watch the spectacular sunrise over Angkor’s towers & its notable reflection, spend a lovely day for swimming at Kulen waterfalls and observe the beautifully carved Banteay Srei temple. Pleasantly enjoy cruise experience on the largest freshwater lake of Tonle Sap and Mekong River animated by daily life of people living in floating communities and fishing villages. Includes the vibrant Saigon’s sightseeing, historical site and French colonial buildings, to central coastal cities to visit Hue Imperial Citadel followed by dinner cruise on the Perfume River, observe the heritage site of Old Hoi An town and go for Golden Bridge atop Ba Na Hills and Da Nang’s white sand beach before heading to Hanoi for sightseeing tour and with a wonderful trip to the fascinating countryside to catch the best karst scenery of Ninh Binh.
Destinations
Bangkok → Ratchaburi → Kanchanaburi → Pattaya → Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai → Vientiane → Vang Vieng → Luang Prabang → Siem Reap → Kampong Chhnang → Kampong Cham → Phnom Penh → Tan Chau → Sa Dec → Cai Be → My Tho → Saigon → Hue → Hoi An → Da Nang → Hanoi → Ninh Binh
Or Vice Versa
Program Detail
Day 1: Bangkok – Arrival
International flight is NOT included in the tour price.
Our friendly team (guide and driver) will welcome you at the arrival gate upon your arrival at Suvarnabhumi/Don Mueang Airport then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply enjoy yourselves free time at hotel or explore central city by your own.
Overnight in Bangkok
*Meal Plan: None
Day 2: Maeklong Railway, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Death Railway & River Kwai
Breakfast is served at hotel. Our journey starts at 7.00am from hotel, drive with 1.15h to Samut Songkhram province which is famed for its Maeklong Railway market that you will observe interesting local life between vendors and buyers daily do their trade and exchange local goods at both sites of the train tracks and they suddenly pull down their canvas when the train approaches then put them back after the train passes by. Resume driving to Ratchaburi which popularly emerges the must-see Damnoen Saduak floating market where we will process to take a rowing boat to see the bustling activities along rivers and canals, colorful fruits, flowers, vegetables, snacks and other various items on local boats in this famous floating market in Thailand.
Lunch is provided at a selected local restaurant.
Continue our journey to Kanchanaburi whose the well-known Death Railway is located and it dates back to World War II, we spend our worth visit to War Cemetery and JEATH war museum that displays the remnants left from World War II including photography, artifacts, documents, equipment and so on. After unlocking the horrific war history, we enjoy the walking on the black iron bridge over the remarkable River Kwai where you can take a good breathtaking and take nice photos before heading to Kanchanaburi town for check in at a booked hotel.
Overnight in Kanchanaburi
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Erawan Waterfalls, Hellfire Pass, Krasae Cave & Drive to Bangkok
Breakfast is served at hotel. Check out of hotel then we set off at 7.30am to visit natural Erawan waterfalls admired by its beautiful seven tiers we will make our walk to several tiers and spend a pleasant time for swimming (don’t forget to bring along strong footwear and towels). Next, we drive to Hellfire Pass historical site then we enjoy the hike through thick bamboo trails to unlock Hellfire Pass Memorial museum along with interesting World War II history.
After a nice lunch break, we continue our adventure to the attractive Krasae Cave for a short visit and make a good wish at Buddha shrine before having a breathtaking walk on Death Railway Wooden Bridge which was built at steep mountain slopes during World War II, learn from your tour guide about the horrific history of constructing the bridge while enjoy taking fabulous photos of the surroundings and green nature. Finally, our two amazing days at Kanchanaburi has ended with unforgettable experience then we make our way with 3 hours back to Bangkok.
Overnight in Bangkok
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: Bangkok Highlight City Tour & Shopping
Breakfast is served at hotel. Today we begin at 8.00am for the amazing day to explore significant tourist attraction in central Bangkok City, visit Wat Traimit which houses the largest Golden Buddha statue in the world and catch the highlights of bustling China and Indian towns animated by interesting daily activities or you can stop by for a short visit when we drive pass to observe the Temple of the reclining Buddha in Wat Pho. Continue for a guided strolling at The Grand Palace which is popularly known as “The City Landmark” admired by the most impressive Emerald Buddha and other building complex that features unique architectural designs and cultural arts. Enjoy delicious Thai lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we drive to observe the remarkable Wat Arun which means Temple of Dawn which dates back to Ayutthaya Kingdom and continue to for your own happy shopping Pratunam Market or at Chatuchak Weekend Market (Fri-Sun).
Overnight in Bangkok
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Bangkok to Pattaya by Private Car/Minivan & Sanctuary of Truth
Breakfast is served at hotel. Check out and we leave hotel at 9.30am then drive with 2 ½ hours to the colorful Pattaya City. On the way, we will pay a worth visit to the Sanctuary of Truth which is truly admired its stunning wooden carvings, Buddhist and Hindu arts, and overlooks the ocean. Check in into a booked hotel in Pattaya and simply have your own free time.
Overnight in Pattaya
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 6: Pattaya - Completely Free & Easy
Breakfast is served at hotel. This day is reserved as free & easy for your self-directed exploration. Or make a boat trip to Koh Larn Island – a small island near Pattaya City, it has white sand beaches, clear water and coral reefs. You can enjoy water sports, snorkeling and scenic views.
Or at late evening, stroll around popular Pattaya pub street to see the vibrant nightlife or chill out by a tasty cocktail at a pub.
Note: No any tour activities or sightseeing is booked in this day.
Overnight in Pattaya
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 7: Pattaya to Bangkok’s Airport & Flight to Chiang Rai
Breakfast is served at hotel. Enjoy the rest of free time in Pattaya before our team transfers you with 2 hours from Pattaya to Bangkok’s airport for flight departure to Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand.
Our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate upon your arrival then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply have yourselves free time at hotel.
Overnight in Chiang Rai
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 8: Chiang Rai – Golden Triangle & Long Neck Karen
Breakfast is served at hotel. Today we leave a bit early at 7.30am for our wonderful journey to explore the most attractive destinations of Chiang Rai. We spend about an hour to visit Mae Chan admired by its fresh massive Choui Fong Tea plantation where you will learn a bit more about tea processing and enjoy the taste of real tea flavor of Chiang Rai while observing the fantastic scenery. Continue our adventure to interact diverse Akha hill tribal village and Long Neck Karen where we witness their daily life of living in exotic clothes/handicrafts while observing their interesting activities and the surrounding before heading to the well-known Mae Sai market where you wander around to grab a lovely gift for yourselves, this market is boring between Chiang Rai and Tachileik, Myanmar – the commercial place for locals and ethnic minority people come for trades and exchange their various goods.
Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we drive to Golden Triangle point where the parts of Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Ruak River and Mekong River meet at the confluence, the region was largely famed for opium production and cultivation in the world. We then take a change to take Mekong River boat which pleasantly provides amazing boat ride to see the mighty Mekong River, to Don Sao Island – a part of Laos where we will wander around Don Sao market.
Note: Visiting Don Sao Island is not required visa but make sure you bring along passport with you and keep it safely with boat company and claim it back when you finished the boat ride. Or you may skip the boat ride if you want.
The best part of the trip is not to miss out Opium House Museum which gives you best interesting history about Opium plantation, production and cultivation, and there are numerous exhibits of opium artifacts as well as houses of opium collection which can tell you that the Golden Triangle is one of most impressive opium cultivation in the world. Finally, our trip ended with meaningful and we drive with 1 ½ hours back to Chiang Rai.
Overnight in Chiang Rai
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9: Chiang Rai Tour with White Temple & Drive to Chiang Mai
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.00am for a worth visit at Black House temple museum which inspires traditional Northern Thai arts and architecture then continue to visit the impressive Wat Rong Suea Ten (or Blue Temple) in rare blue color, adorable carvings with its own architectural styles. We’ll then make our way for Kad Luang market to observe daily life of local people and see various Thai products from fresh tropical fruits, vegetables, meats to local street food, clothes and accessories.
Enjoy Thai lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Check out and we drive with 2 ½ hours to Chiang Mai Province. On the way, we will pay attention to witness the well-known Wat Rong Khun (popularly known as White Temple) admired by its stunning Thai art styles and unique temple architecture where many tourists always take fabulous photos of its reflection. Continue driving, we then stop at Mae Kachan Hot spring for coffee break and wander in the area to see locals boiling eggs inside the hot spring. Check in into a booked hotel in Chiang Mai.
Overnight in Chiang Mai
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10: Chiang Mai – Full Day Elephant Nature Park
Breakfast is served at hotel. Be ready with your small light pack for pickup at 7.40am arranged by Elephant Nature Park. Enjoy a full day visit to Elephant Nature Park; a natural home and sanctuary for elephants, buffaloes, dogs, cats, birds and many other rescued animals. Your visit starts with a picturesque drive through rural countryside. You will hear the personal stories of rescued and orphaned elephants and see how they became a proud herd and free from abuse for the first time in their lives. Many find their visit to Elephant Nature Park rewarding and very relaxing. Observe free roaming elephants (no riding) and other rescued animals enjoying the natural surroundings of our sanctuary. Your visit helps support our regional projects and offers an invaluable opportunity of helping elephant conservation. We finish the tour and returning Chiang Mai between 5:00pm – 5:30pm.
What to Bring: Hat, Sunscreen, Sandals/Flip Flops, Shoes for walking, Camera, Bug Repellent, Refillable Water Bottle. (Rain Jacket – Rainy Season April – October).
Overnight in Chiang Mai
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Vegetarian buffet lunch
Day 11: Chiang Mai Tour & Flight to Vientiane, Laos
Breakfast is served at hotel. We make our happy Chiang Mai tour at 8.00am, drive up on Doi Suthep Mountain to visit the famous golden temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep standing 3500 feet above the sea level and it religiously houses Buddha relics then enjoy breathtaking the panoramic view over Chiang Mai City from the summit of Doi Suthep. Resume our journey to Black Hmong Village locates at the hillside, observe daily life of Hmong villagers admired by their interesting routine activities.Enjoy the rest of free time in Chiang Mai before our team transfers you to airport for flight to Vientiane, Laos.
Our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate upon your arrival then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply have yourselves free time at hotel.
Overnight in Vientiane
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 12: Vientiane City Tour & Drive to Vang Vieng
Breakfast is served at hotel. we go for city tour of Vientiane Capital, start with Wat Si Saket which is known as the oldest temple in city and wander at Wat Si Muang which admired by its attractive cultural Lao art styles. We’ll continue to unlock history of Haw Phra Kaew was built 16th century and used to house sacred Emerald Buddha. Next, we pay attention at the famous Pha That Luang which is well recognized as the significant gold covered Buddhist stupa and also the national symbol of Laos. Near the end of the trip, go for breathtaking at the garden park dotting with the remarkable Patuxai Monument – the most prominent Victory Gate in the city. Return hotel for refreshment, check out and enjoy Laotian lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we leave Vientiane and drive with 2 hours to Vang Vieng – the town emerges the spectacular nature, Nam Song River, lush mountains and various caves.
Overnight in Vang Vieng
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 13: Explore Natural Beauty & Caves of Vang Vieng
Breakfast is served at hotel. We head out at 8.30 (or 9.00am) to explore mysterious limestone caves of Vang Vieng included the most notable Tham Xang which is a temple cave and also known as Elephant Cave, resume to visit Snail Cave followed by its long corridors and wonderful limestone formations and the last is the Water Cave where you can cool off and swim. We’ll then unpack and enjoy our picnic lunch before trekking with an hour and half to a Hmong village, passing through rice paddies and vegetable gardens.
Continue our journey by kayaking on the famous Nam Song River which it is truly admired by picturesque nature, green mountains, limestone formation and interesting local life along the river while we’re making our way back to Vang Vieng. The rest of the evening is totally reserved as free and easy for your own leisure.
Overnight in Vang Vieng
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 14: Blue Lagoon & Phu Kham Cave, Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang
Breakfast is served at hotel. We leave hotel at your convenient time in the morning to visit Blue Lagoon & Phu Kham Cave which provides a scenic ride through the countryside leads to natural lake, a turquoise pool with a tree swing, for relaxation and swim (if you want) before we observe Phu Kham Cave – a labyrinth of chambers with stalactites, stalagmites and a reclining Buddha. A steep hike and a flashlight are needed to explore the cave.
Return hotel for refreshment and check out then we drive with 5-6 hours to gorgeous Luang Prabang. Check in into a booked hotel and have your own free time.
Note: You can speak with our tour guide for a recommendation for lunch at a local restaurant on the way.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 15: Buffalo Dairy, Kuang Si Waterfalls & Pak Ou Caves
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.45am and journey passing rural Lao countryside and Hmong tribe villages then we stop for a short visit Ban Na Ouane Hmong minority village where you witness their basic living and daily activities before going for a worth visit at Buffalo Dairy that you’re gonna observe how they feed, milk buffaloes and get to know how some kinds of cheeses are produced from buffalo dairy in the region. Continue our journey to visit the fascinating Kuang Si Waterfalls where we have a walking up to wander on the top of the waterfalls, enjoy the tranquil surrounding and beautiful views. Return to the major area then spend times to observe its natural beauty with take nice photos, get refreshed and cooled off, and swim in crystal blue water pools. We’ll then visit the Black Bear Rescue Centre before having lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we process to take a long tail boat which sails on the mighty Mekong River admired by beautiful scenery of river, mountain and forest then our boat slowly moves close the mountain cave mouth where we walk along the stairs up into limestone caves which house hundreds of Buddha images as it has come a sacred place for worship for many centuries. Unlock interesting legends and story about the caves from your tour guide as if we enjoy the spectacular view of Mekong River. Near the end of the trip, we will visit and see the process of Lao rice whiskey at Ban Xang Hai which is popularly known as the rice whiskey village in Luang Prabang, and it’s a nice time to take a sip before returning hotel in the evening.
Evening, our team takes you to have delicious Lao set menu dinner at Bamboo Tree Lao (or similar).
Overnight in Luang Prabang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16: Alms Giving & Luang Prabang City Tour
Breakfast is served at hotel. We rise a bit early in the morning to observe Buddhist saffron monks in progress searching for alms offers from locals which it is religiously known as traditional alms giving ceremony that all tourists can’t definitely ignore when visit Luang Prabang.
Return hotel for breakfast before heading out again to stroll at Phosy market to observe bustling trades between locals and vendors. Continue to challenge 328 steps up to the top of Phousi Hill to catch the spectacular views of Luang Prabang city, Mekong & Nam Khan Rivers, forests and mountains. Afterwards, visit Royal Palace which is one of national museums in Laos that was built by French during French colonial period, see Heuan Chan Heritage – the 19th century and well reserved wooden house in Luang Prabang then we’ll wander to observe the finest artistic styles of Buddhist monasteries included Wat Sensoukharam, important Wat Xiengthong and Wat Wisunarat at the end of the trip.
The rest of the afternoon is reserved as free and easy.
Our team will pick you up at 4.30pm then transfer to boat pier for sunset departure at 5.00pm, the boat cruise slowly glides you on the mighty Mekong River admired by forested mountains while sipping a cocktail and watching beautiful sun fading at red pink horizon before set dinner is served and followed by traditional Lao dance performance. Disembark the boat cruise around 7.30pm and get our awaiting vehicle back to hotel
Overnight in Luang Prabang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner Cruise
Day 17: Luang Prabang - Flight to Siem Reap & Phare Cambodian Circus
Breakfast is served at hotel. Enjoy the rest of free time in Luang Prabang before transferring to airport for flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Upon your arrival, our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply have yourselves free time at hotel.
Evening around 6.15pm, transfer to enjoy delicate family set dinner at nice garden Chanrey Tree restaurant by Siem Reap Riverside. Next, go to visit Siem Reap’s most unique, authentic, top-rated entertainment! – Phare Cambodian Circus that won the Guinness World Record and it is the only unique Phare Circus performance (no animals) which is unlike any other circus in the world: theater, story, dance, high-energy music and circus arts, and impressively inspires Cambodia culture and arts etc.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 18: Full Day Guided Angkor Discovery
Breakfast is served at hotel. We’re journeying out of hotel at 8.00am to the South Gate of Angkor Thom atop 4 giant faces that religiously represents compassion, sympathy, equanimity and charity. Stroll around Bayon temple consisting of more than 200 smiling faces in stone, admired by interesting temples including Baphuon, Phimeanakas, terrace of leper king and terrace of elephant. Resume the journey to visit Ta Prohm temple adorned with the stunning, amazing tree roots where Lara Croft Tomb Raider was filmed.
Enjoy tasty Khmer set lunch at a selected local restaurant near temples.
Afternoon, continue to witness the marvelous Angkor Wat – the world’s heritage listed by UNESCO in 1992 and the largest unrivaled monument in the world. Built by Suryavarman II in 12th Century, Angkor Wat is considered as one of the top destinations in Asia and is a must-see in your lifetime. Learning from your tour guide the amazing history, its ancestral incredible, architectural masterpieces and the finest carvings dates back to the Khmer Empire when it dominated the largest parts of Southeast Asia.
Note: Visiting beautiful sunset (free of charge) is available at Phnom Bakheng, please speak to our tour guide to manage this for you. This is a hiking up (Approx. 25 minutes/way) to the hill and it’s always touristy or skip it if you feel tired.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 19: Angkor Sunrise, Phnom Kulen Waterfalls & Beautiful Banteay Srei
We start the tour at 5.00am then drive within Angkor jungle toward the magnificent Angkor Wat where we wait to watch the spectacular sunrise over Angkor Wat towers and capture its beautiful sunrise reflection at the lotus pond.
Return hotel for breakfast then leave hotel again to visit one of Cambodia’s national parks – popularly known as “Phnom Kulen” where you meet famous, beautiful waterfalls. The journey provides nice views of rice paddies, countryside dotting with palm trees and cattle.
Enjoy the walking tour to see the giant reclining Buddha statue on the hilltop along with breathtaking, spectacular views and learn from your tour guide about historical site. Resume walking within the jungle to witness religious Hindu of the riverbed of 1000 linga carvings, next we move to observe the sacred ground-pool before we head to relax near the waterfall. From then, it is your own free time for cooling down and swimming.
Around noon, we return and enjoy tasty Khmer lunch at a selected local restaurant.
After lunch, we’re going to unlock the intricately carved, beautiful red-pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei – considered to be a Jewel of Khmer art which features elaborate decorations and its finest details. These factors have made the temple extremely popular with tourists, and have led to its being widely praised as a “precious gem”. On the way back to Siem Reap, we stop for a visit at palm sugar village and other various local handicraft souvenirs, and we will stroll at Preah Dak village to observe local people making the famous steaming-rice cake which hides coconut milk inside before we arrive hotel.
Evening around 6.15pm, we leave to enjoy buffet dinner followed by traditional Apsara dance performance at Amazon Angkor restaurant.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 20 - Day 27: Siem Reap to Saigon by Mekong Cruise
The mighty Mekong – a mysterious body of water flowing through six countries in Asia. Giving love and life to millions, it received its fame by the legendary God King of ancient Cambodia, King Jayavarman VII, who linked hands with the waters of the Mekong to build the magnificent Angkor civilization.
This classic 7-Night Mekong River cruise named “The Lost Civilisation” combines places rarely visited with fantastic historical heritage sites. If offers a complete fluvial discovery of Vietnam and Cambodia along the Mekong with a combination of experiences one never will forget.
- Day 20: Siem Reap – Tonle Lake – Tonle River (-/L/D)
- Day 21: Kampong Chhnang – Kampong Tralach – Kampong Cham (B/L/D)
- Day 22: Kampong Cham – Oknha Tey – Phnom Penh (B/L/D)
- Day 23: Phnom Penh (B/L/D)
- Day 24: Phnom Penh – Border Crossing – Tan Chau (B/L/D)
- Day 25: Tan Chau – My An Hung – Sa Dec (B/L/D)
- Day 26: Binh Thanh Island – Cai Be – My Tho (B/L/D)
- Day 27: My Tho – Saigon (B/-/-)
Note: For low water period, the program from Day 20 to Day 23 will be varied and the detailed program of low/high water period will be provided accordingly.
*Mekong Cruise is operated by Jayavarman Cruise (standard budget) or you can upgrade to luxury cruise The Jahan.
*To ensure there isn’t a mistake between cruise departure and your international flight arrival, we highly encourage to consult the tour program with our sale team before going ahead to reserve your international flight ticket.
Day 28: Cu Chi tunnels & Saigon City Tour
Breakfast is served at hotel. Today we begin our adventure trip at 8.00am out of bustling Saigon City, pass countryside to explore the famous attraction of Cu Chi tunnels which are known as the deadly dangerous trap tunnel networks and was used by Viet Cong army as the facility base to supply food, accommodation, storage, escape rooms as well as strong holes to fight against their enemies during French and American war from 1948 until 1975. Learn from your tour guide about this interesting and sad history of Vietnam, and personally experience the real feeling when crawl into the tunnels to reveal some remnants left after the war ended.
Enjoy Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon, we return for guided Saigon City along with War Remnants Museum that you can witness Indochina war history while browsing various items relating Vietnam War, visit the fascinating architecture of Reunification Palace which was the former workplace and residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam, admired by French colonial buildings of Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, we then stroll at Jade Emperor Pagoda before go shopping at the famous Ben Thanh market where you observe trading exchanges and you can’t absolutely ignore to purchase some souvenirs.
Overnight in Saigon
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 29: Saigon - Flight to Hue, Hue City Tour & Sunset Cruise
Breakfast is served at hotel. Have the rest of free time in Saigon before transferring to airport for flight to coastal city of Hue.
Upon your arrival, our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate upon your arrival then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply have yourselves free time at hotel.
Afternoon, we set off to explore the three significant mausoleum emperors of Minh Mang, Khai Dinh and Tu Duc, those tombs have unique blend French & Royal architectures along with interesting history that you can learn from your tour guide about Nguyen Dynast dates back to 12th century. We continue our adventure to Kim Long Village to observe local people making conical hats and colorful joss sticks.
Evening, we get on board for sunset cruise with a welcome cocktail, the boat cruise slowly slides along the Perfume River admired by soft evening at Hue imperial city before enjoying special dinner followed by Vietnamese traditional music performance on boat. Disembark and get our car/minivan back to the hotel around 8.45pm.
Overnight in Hue
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner Cruise
Day 30: Hue Imperial Citadel, Drive to Hoi An & Hoi An Street Food
Breakfast is served at hotel. We’re heading out at 8.00am to Dong Ba market where we stroll to observe citizen daily life with interesting local trades then continue to visit the world heritage site “Hue Imperial Citadel” which is considered as the most famous attraction along with unique architectures, detailed arts and works on walls, and a rich history which dates back to hundreds of years ago. The impressive structures, cultural decorates, Purple Forbidden City and the history definitely give your day a pretty worth visit. Next, we drive along The Perfume River to the attractive, religious Thien Mu Pagoda where you will have a pleasant walking to see beautiful surrounding and learn from your guide about its mystery legend.
Enjoy delicious Vietnamese lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we drive (approx. 3 hours) from Hue via Hai Van Pass to Hoi An Town, en-route at beautiful Hai Van Pass admired by natural beauty of mountain range and the blue coast where it’s a good morning to take a wonderful breathtaking and capture picturesque photos. Arrived, checked in and have rest of free time.
Evening at 5.00pm, we process to the old town of Hoi An where we excitingly enjoy the walking street food tour to discover famous Vietnamese dishes including delicate Vietnamese sandwich called “Banh Mi”, Barbecue pork rolled in rice paper and other yummy snacks (Banh Beo and Banh Khot). Continue to observe marketplace area with various local food stalls admired by interesting activities, we go zic and zac through small alley to Hoi An Riverfront to catch the night street highlight of cultural Hoi An town and cheerfully end up at a local restaurant for delicious dinner followed by a local beer.
Overnight in Hoi An
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 31: My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An Ancient Town Tour
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.30am to visit My Son Sanctuary which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hoi An of central Vietnam, formally was the religious and political center of the Champa Kingdom from the 4th to the 13th century. The site contains over 70 Hindu temples dedicated to Shiva, known as Bhadreshvara. The temples are built of brick and stone and decorated with sandstone sculptures. Unlock temple historical and capture nice photos before returning Hoi An town for a tasty lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we’ll discover the well-preserved old town of Hoi An which is known as a UNESCO world cultural heritage site because of its unique architecture that reflects both indigenous and foreign cultures. Start with the most remarkable Japanese Covered Bridge dates back to the 16th century, traditional Fujian Assembly Hall which gives a worth visit, continue to observe the exotic architecture of Tan Ky Old House, have an exciting walking in the colorful lantern street and take beautiful photos before visiting Hoi An central market where you can go shopping around.
Overnight in Hoi An
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 32: Hoi An to Da Nang – Marble Mountain, Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge
Breakfast is served at hotel. Check out, drive to Da Nang with spending a great sight to Marble Mountains which represent to five elements: water, fire, earth, wood and metal, also a home to religious pagodas, shrines and hidden caves. Enjoy climbing up with 108 steps to the top and tranquilly take a wonderful breathtaking with the spectacular views of Da Nang City, and we will go to explore a few hidden caves (or skip caves) and Tam Thai pagoda. If you’re font of handicraft works, Tien Hieu Marble Handicraft Sculptures is an ideal for observation before resume our journey to Ba Na Hills where we discover the fascinating beauty of Da Nang City from the summit of popular Ba Na Hills. Once we arrived, we process to take cable car to observe variety of exciting places included Le Jardin D’Amour Flower Garden, the impressive Linh Ung Pagoda, Buddhist statue and walk inside the tunnel to visit wine cellar with a chance to taste a glass of wine. Continue to stroll at the must-see Golden Bridge where you capture the beauty of the sky, nature and enjoy the breathtaking while Golden Bridge is extremely considered as one of the most pleasant places to take romantic photos.
Note: buffet lunch is provided at one of restaurants in Ba Na.
Return to our awaiting car/minivan then we drive straight to a booked hotel in Da Nang for check in.
Overnight in Da Nang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 33: Da Nang – My Khe Beach & Flight to Hanoi
Breakfast is served at hotel. Today our team picks you up at hotel’s lobby then transfers to My Khe beach – one of the most beautiful, natural coastal cities in Vietnam. It is a white sand coast with clear water and a pleasant beach for relaxing, swimming, sunbathing and unwind yourselves at your own free time before taking afternoon flight to Hanoi Capital.
Upon your arrival, our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate upon your arrival then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply have yourselves free time at hotel.
Overnight in Hanoi
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 34: Ninh Binh - Tam Coc & Bich Dong Pagoda
Breakfast is served at hotel. We’re heading out bustling Hanoi at 7.30am and drive with 2 ½ hours through Red River Delta dotting with beautiful scenery to Ninh Binh Province southern Hanoi. Arrived at Tam Coc, we process to take 2 hours of wonderful sightseeing on Sampan rowing boat through the fascinating rice fields that features the stunning karst formations and surrounding natural beauty as well as peddling through mysterious limestone caves while enjoying the tranquil calm. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon, continue to the significant Bich Dong Pagoda where we will hike up and down to observe religious and interesting places at low, middle and upper pagodas built aside at rocky mountain, learn from your tour guide about local religion, pagoda architectures and history while taking a deep breathtaking to enjoy beautiful landscapes from the highest pagoda. Our last stop will be at Hoa Lu – the ancient Royal Capital of Vietnam dates back to 10th century before it was moved to and established the capital in Hanoi. From there, we will only have a quick visit from the outside at the bridge of the front gate of Hao Lu (depends on time) and unlock its great effort in the history in term of unique art works and architectures. Finally, we make our way back to Hanoi.
Overnight in Hanoi
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 35: Fully Guided Hanoi City Tour
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.00am for a fully guided tour within Ba Dinh Square, visit the main attractions included the famous Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda with most interesting architecture and 10th century Temple of Literature – the first national university of Vietnam along with rich history. Enjoy delicious lunch at Hoang Cuisine restaurant (or similar).
Afternoon, we observe Hoa Lo Prison which tells you an interesting war from French colonial time to Vietnam and American War. Continue to visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology – the significant place to witness the best collection, documentation, exhibition and preserving the cultural and historic patrimony of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. Next, we take rickshaw (cyclo) explore the popular Old Quarter admired by attractive daily life and bustling local activities. Ending the cyclo ride at Thang Long Opera Theatre, we then enjoy a traditional, unique water puppet show.
Overnight in Hanoi
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 36: Hanoi - Departure
International flight is NOT included in the tour price.
Breakfast is served at hotel. Enjoy the rest of free time in Hanoi then our team will pick you up from hotel’s lobby and transfers to Noi Bai International Airport for your flight to the next destination.
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Trip Extension to beautiful Halong Bay
Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Hanoi, Vietnam. It features fascinating thousands of limestone islands, caves, and floating villages. You can enjoy cruises, kayaking, and scenic views of the emerald waters and karst formations.
Thank You
Goodbye Beautiful Southeast Asia
Important
*To ensure there isn’t a mistake between cruise departure and your international flight arrival, we highly encourage to consult the tour program with our sale team before going ahead to reserve your international flight ticket.
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